You might have heard about people using magnets to manage their pain. This is not a new phenomenon; people have been exploring the potential medicinal properties of magnetism for thousands of years. Today, people struggling with dental pain, migraines, insomnia, and other conditions wear magnetic bracelets in hopes of finding relief. But does it really work?
One of the claims regarding magnets is that they serve to help circulate your blood, which is infused with iron. This claim is suspect, since the iron in your blood is not in a magnetic state. However, it is true that your body creates magnetic fields, most notably in your heart.
Unfortunately, the pain-management properties of magnets are not fully understood. Some people will swear by them, but the science is not substantial enough to support it. Therefore, if you need help dealing with your dental pain, talk to our International District dentist.