This grandmother’s recipe is a panacea for toothache, it was used in ancient times, you can also try it for relief.

In the times of grandmothers, toothache was not considered a major disease, rather it was considered a daily problem and could be managed at home. At that time, neither medicines were available everywhere nor were there facilities for immediate treatment. In such a situation, remedies were made from the things present in the house. The elders believed that if home remedies were adopted in time, toothache and decay would not increase much.

In the experience of old people, betel nut was considered special. This 70 year old woman Leela Devi told that betel nut has strong and effective properties. When the teeth were infected with insects or felt hollow from inside, the dried betel nut was burnt on a low flame. It was ground into fine powder and then stored safely, so that it could be used immediately when needed.

When there was a cavity in the tooth or a sharp prick, the powder of burnt betel nut was filled directly into that tooth. With the help of finger or cotton, the powder is thoroughly mixed inside, so that it reaches the affected area. It was left there for some time, about 5 to 10 minutes. They believed that the strong effect of betel nut kills the worms hidden inside the teeth.

Old people had the experience that with this remedy the toothache subsides within a short time. The smell of putrefaction is reduced and lightness is felt in the mouth. Leela Devi said that this remedy gives immediate relief, especially when the pain increases at night and nothing else is available. Therefore it was adopted as an emergency home remedy.

This recipe is for temporary relief only. If the tooth is completely damaged, swelling increases or pain returns repeatedly, further treatment is necessary. He believed that home remedies are for taking care of the body, but it is not right to ignore every problem. Therefore, these old remedies were adopted with balance and wisdom.