Pacifier and teething

Ive taken the pacifier out of my baby's routine successfully, but now that he's teething (6.5 months) i feel really bad and frustrated that i must resort to it again after 3 hours of continuously trying to put him to bed but in vain. He is just uncomfortable and irritated- nagging and crying. The teething gel is such a waste cuz he spits it out or swallows it and doesnt let me rub it on his gums. Im also sad because i cant do anything for him. Any tips?