A dental abscess is a common problem in many adults, and it happens when a collection of pus forms inside the gum or the tooth, and causes an infection. The symptoms of an abscess can include a throbbing pain in your tooth or gum, swollen and tender gums, sensitivity to very cold or very hot food, a redness or swelling of the face, and pain that spreads to your ear, neck or jaw.
If you think that you may have a dental abscess then the very best solution is to visit your local dentist. However, if you cannot get an appointment straight away or cannot afford the treatment then there are a few home remedies you can try to ease your pain. One of these home remedies is colloidal silver.
Colloidal silver is a liquid that is readily available to purchase in a health store, or alternatively you can make your own. There are many different ways you can use colloidal silver for a tooth abscess, and below are just a few of them:
1. Spraying
You can purchase or make a colloidal silver spray to spray directly on to the infected area in your mouth. This can be done as often as you want or even hourly until the pain starts to subside.
2. Swishing
You can use a tablespoon of colloidal silver and swish it all around your mouth before spitting it out – a bit like a mouthwash. Do this every few hours until the pain from your abscess starts to ease.
3. Swallowing
Some people swallow a teaspoon of colloidal silver – very much like they would take an antibiotic. In fact colloidal silver is very much known for it’s antibiotic properties. It should be taken every few hours and on an empty stomach.
4. Saturating
Use colloidal silver on a clean cotton pad and apply this to the area of your gum that is bothering you. Keep it there, and change the cotton pad every couple of hours until the pain has gone.
