Oral Pain Relief Gel
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Oral Pain Relief Gel Products
Oral pain-relief gel helps alleviate pain in the oral region, including the discomfort caused by toothache or dentures, cold sores, or mouth or canker sores. Some people also use oral pain-relief gels for tongue, gum or mouth injuries. CVS maintains an inventory of oral pain-relief gel products, most of which contain pain-relieving agents and local anesthetics, such as benzocaine to help numb the area, and/or menthol for a cooling sensation. Some products may also contain oral antiseptics and astringents to help stave off oral infections and kill harmful bacteria.
What are the Best Oral Pain Relief Gel Brands?
What Is the Best Oral Gel for Tooth Pain?
The best oral gel for tooth pain may be one that contains an ingredient such as benzocaine that numbs the gums around the affected tooth, which sometimes provides relief. Many gels formulated for toothache relief contain cooling ingredients too, including menthol.
By contrast, an oral pain-relief gel formulated specifically for cold sores and fever blisters may contain camphorated phenol, an ingredient that works as a pain reliever to help soothe the discomfort of these common oral conditions but isn't suitable as a toothache remedy. Some products may also contain an antiseptic to help prevent infection.
How Long Does Oral Gel Take to Work?
Most oral pain-relief gels containing benzocaine have a numbing effect within 1 minute of application. Some gels are marketed as instant oral pain-relief gels, including products made by the brand Orajel. The amount of time the effects of these gels last depends on a number of factors, including the product itself, the strength of its active ingredients and how precisely you follow the application instructions.
How to Use Oral Pain-Relief Gel
To use oral pain-relief gel, always follow the instructions included on the packaging, or follow the advice of your doctor or dentist. Most gels are simple to use - just dispense a small amount of the product onto your fingertip or a sterile cotton swab, and apply it to the affected area. Heed all warnings on the product packaging, including how much pain-relieving gel to use, the frequency of use and how long to use it.
Keep in mind that oral pain-relief gel can relieve temporary oral pain until you can see a doctor or dentist. For persistent oral pain, follow up with a health care professional, or make an appointment at the MinuteClinic. Discontinue the use of oral pain-relief gel and seek medical attention if you develop swelling, fever or rash or if your symptoms haven't improved within 7 days.