Clove oil has traditionally been used for a variety of purposes, including: as an antimicrobial, to help kill bacteria as a pain reliever for conditions such as toothaches and muscle pains for digestive upset to relieve respiratory conditions like coughs and asthma Clove oil contains the active ingredient eugenol, which is a natural anesthetic. It helps numb and reduce pain to ease a toothache. Eugenol also has natural anti-inflammatory properties. It may reduce swelling and irritation in the affected area. Dry Socket Paste, an over-the-counter treatment dentists recommend for teeth extraction pain, has eugenol.
