Toothache may be due to either exogenous pathogens or endogenous factors. The endogenous factors are xu of shen-kidney or a blazing up of the fire of the stomach. The endogenous weakness may be affected by exogenous factors. Invasion of wind in the stomach channel can turn into fire. The intake of sour or sweet foods, when there is xu of shen-kidney, may also aggravate toothache.

It is safe and easy to learn; the process of acupressure applies pressure to meridian points to release tension, enhance body circulation and promotes body relaxation and is an ideal treatment for toothache.

Acupressure to relieve toothache pain is slowly becoming popular nowadays. As a number of over-the-counter medications become available to relieve toothache pain, the awareness to explore alternative relief also increases.

There are varying techniques on how to administer this alternative medicine, and also makes use of a multitude of pressures. The firm pressure is the most basic technique; this is used to apply steady pressure to relieve pain. This calms the nervous system, relaxes the tensed muscles and promotes better and faster healing.  Slow and circular motion massage makes use of the thumb and index finger to relieve instantly general stiffness and tension.

To relieve toothache pain, apply gentle pressure on the area between your thumb and index finger in the web portion of your hand. Gently massage this area, which should be located the same as the side of the toothache, for about 5 minutes using a circular motion, in 5 second intervals. Also, you can try running an ice cube on the same area for immediate relief.