Powder to Whiten the Teeth

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Pumice stone Cuttlefish bone Red Brick Egg Shell Red Coral White Coral Pellitory Burnt Alum Orris Sandarac Mastic Myrrh

Latin Pumex Os Sepia Ovum testa Corallum rubrum Corallum album Anacyclus pyrethrum Alumen usta Iris germanica Cypress spp. gum Pistacia lentiscus Commiphora molmol Amount 1⁄2 oz. ea. 2 1⁄2 drams ea. 2 drams 3 drams 1⁄2 dram ea.

Preparation:

Powder very finely and mix well

Function:

Cleanses and brightens Teeth

Use:

Used to cleanse and strengthen the Teeth, and whiten them

Dose:

Use as a tooth powder to brush the teeth, adding a little water or Rose water

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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