| Precipitated chalk4 | ounces. |
| Powdered cuttle-bone2 | ounces. |
| Powdered orris root1 1/2 | ounces. |
| Powdered borax 1/2 | ounce. |
| Oil of cloves5 | minims. |
| Oil of wintergreen2 | fluid drachms. |
Mix the powder thoroughly, and with a small portion add the oils and mix them until in the form of a moist powder. Then add the rest of the mixed powders gradually until all are evenly distributed throughout. A solution of carmine can be added in with the oils, which will color it as desired.
Some prefer a preparation in the form of a paste, as follows:
Cherry Tooth Paste.
| Precipitated chalk4 | ounces. |
| Powdered areca nut1 | ounce. |
| Powdered quillaya bark (or soap root) 1/2 | ounce. |
| Powdered cuttle-bone1 | ounce. |
| Powdered borax 1/2 | ounce. |
| Powdered orris root4 | ounces. |
| Tincture of myrrh 1/2 | ounce. |
| Oils of nutmeg, cloves, and bitter almonds, each15 | minims. |
| Oil of rose5 | minims. |
Honey, glycerine, and mucilage acacia equal quantities of each sufficient to make into a paste of the desired consistence. First mix the powders and color with carmine, and then add the other ingredients and thoroughly mix.
Mouth washes are a valuable addition to the toilet as they assist to harden and heal the gums, cleanse the mouth and purify the breath.
Antiseptic Tooth Wash.
| Salicylic acid12 | parts. |
| Alcohol (95 per cent)315 | parts. |
| Distilled water60 | parts. |
| Oil of wintergreen15 | parts. |
| Essence of orange flowers15 | parts. |