Of the Gums, and Their Infirmities
29. For a Scurvy in the Gums
Take Cloves, and boil them in Rose-water, then dry them, and beat them to powder, and rub the gums with the powder, and drink the decoction in the morning fasting an hour after it. Use red Rose-water, for that is the best.
30. For Rotting and Consuming of the Gums
Take Sage-water, and wash your mouth with it every morning, and afterwards rub your mouth with a Sage-leaf.