[header] How to cure a toothache [title] Take a painkiller. [step] Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) such as aspirin and ibuprofen, provide quick, effective relief for most minor toothaches. Tylenol is also a good over-the-counter medication.
Having a throbbing tooth can impede your ability to eat, speak, and get to sleep. It's also more difficult to treat the toothache when you're in pain, so getting some relief from an over-the-counter pain medicine can help.