Title: Clove Mouthwash
Categories: Dental *
Yield: 5 Ounces

1/4	c	Vodka
1/2	c	Distilled water
1/4	ts	Honey
1/4	ts	Cinnamon
1/2	ts	Ground cloves or clove oil

The unopened flower buds of the Evergreen clove tree are well known as a temporary cure for toothaches because of their mildly anesthetic properties. This mouthwash is a good rinse to use if you have sensitive teeth or gums. Cloves have a sharp, distinctive flavor. In this recipe, you may use ground cloves or clove oil. This oil can be made at home by soaking a few whole cloves in a tablespoon of olive oil overnight.

Combine all the ingredients and stir well until all the honey is dissolved. Pour into a clean bottle. You may also want to filter the mouthwash if you have used ground cloves, to remove the clove pieces. To use, pour about 4 ts into a glass and rinse your mouth for 30 seconds.

Source: "Natural Beauty at Home" by Janice Cox

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