How do you treat a toothache at home?

Let us see: Ido advice to there medical care to there hands, but some time you to do something to help, tooth ache most likely from infection or mechanical problem (such loose cap) apply moist heat on the area, eat soft stuff , warm stuff and gargle with antiseptic tell you see the doctor.

Temporarily: If you have a toothache, then usually there is some good reason causing it. You can temporarily relieve it by taking some otc meds like tylenol/ibuprofen/or aleve (naproxen). Sometimes these meds won't work if you the pain is too great. Going to see the dentist will give you a good idea of what is causing your tooth ache and he/she will give you options on how to treat that tooth correctly.

OTC Pain Meds: For a very short while. There are no home remedies or cures for rotten teeth. No magic pills or rinses or mouthwashes. Toothaches need to be treated locally by a dentist, someone who has years of experience treating these conditions. The sooner you call the sooner you will feel better. Please don't delay, the pain may soon be unbearable.

Not Well: OTC pain meds until you can see your DDS.