Can alcohol and saline solution treat toothache?

Alcohol and salt water generally cannot treat toothaches. Specifically, alcohol contains a high concentration of ethanol and is considered an irritant beverage. It not only fails to relieve dental pain but may also exacerbate the condition and have adverse effects on the body. Although salt water may have some auxiliary therapeutic effect on pain caused by gingivitis, periodontitis, or pericoronitis of wisdom teeth, its effectiveness is limited and it cannot resolve the underlying cause of the toothache. Therefore, when experiencing symptoms of tooth pain, individuals should visit the dentistry department at a正规 hospital for an examination to identify the specific cause of the pain and receive targeted treatment. One should avoid blindly using home remedies such as alcohol or salt water, which may delay proper treatment. Additionally, maintaining good oral hygiene, avoiding excessively cold or hot foods, and reducing consumption of acidic beverages can help lower the risk of toothaches.