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Formula for Strengthening Teeth and Gums

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Formula for Strengthening Teeth and Gums,For loose teeth due to toothache.

Formulas Name : Formula for Strengthening Teeth and Gums

Chinese Name : 捍齿牢牙方

Drug Formulation

3 liang of pork lard from the 12th lunar month, 1 liang of cinnabar (finely ground), 1 liang of blue alum, 1 liang of green alum, 1 liang of white alum (burned until all liquid has evaporated), 1 liang of horse-tooth powder, 1 liang of Fangfeng (with root tip removed), 1 liang of Asarum, 2 liang of beeswax, 2 liang of pine resin, 2 liang of Astragalus (roasted), 1 liang of Angelica sinensis, and 3 liang of sesame oil.

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 34.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder. First, heat the oil until it boils; then add the lard and wax; next, add the powdered medicine. Simmer until the mixture rises and falls three times, then stop.

Benefits

For loose teeth due to toothache.

Instructions for Use

Apply a thick layer to the affected area every night before bed.

Formula for Strengthening Teeth and Gums,*Shenghui*, Volume 34.,For loose teeth due to toothache.

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