Dr. Tuley, of Louisville, Ky., says:
2. Powdered Borax 8 teaspoonfuls
Strained Honey 3 teaspoonfuls
Mix thoroughly.
3. Glycerin 1 ounce
Distilled water 1 ounce
Boric Acid 2 drams
4. Golden seal diluted one-half with boiled water makes an excellent mouth wash. Also a weak solution of alum. Use a piece of absorbent cotton or soft linen on your little finger or small round piece of wood and dip in solution and apply. Dr. Douglas, of Detroit, advises the use of a soft brush. This should be boiled after using.
5. In Mild Cases of Sore Mouth.—The medicines need not be as strong as for thrush. One teaspoonful of boric acid or baking soda to a pint of boiled water is usually sufficient; wash after each nursing or four or five times a day.
6. Powdered Borax 1 teaspoonful
Powdered Sugar 4 teaspoonfuls
Put a pinch on the tongue every two or three hours. The child's tongue will work it around. This avoids the pain from washing, etc.
7. Another Mouth' Wash.—
Borax 1/2 teaspoonful
Tincture of Myrrh 1/2 teaspoonful
Glycerin 1 teaspoonful
Boiled water enough for one ounce.
Apply gently to the inside of the mouth several times a day in thrush or any form of sore mouth or gums. Use a camel's hair brush.