Problem: Article: Gently massaging a clean (sanitized) finger back and forth or in small circles over your tender gums can provide temporary relief. Be careful not to rub too hard because you could disrupt or damage the pericoronal flap and trigger more irritation, swelling and/or bleeding. If you can tolerate it, use a small ice cube to combat inflammation and dull the pain. The ice will feel shockingly cold initially, but the tissue around the erupting wisdom tooth should get numb within five or so minutes. You can use ice three to five times daily or as needed to deal with tenderness.  Make sure to trim your fingernails and sanitize your finger with alcohol wipes in order to prevent transferring bacteria onto your gums. You can make an infected wisdom tooth worse if you don't practice good hygiene. Ask your dentist if he can recommend a desensitizing cream or ointment that you can massage into your inflamed gums. Using cold compresses and sucking on frozen treats (Popsicle, sorbet or ice cream) may also help soothe tender gums. Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) is a good anti-inflammatory that can combat pain and swelling associated with a symptomatic wisdom tooth. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good painkiller and a strong antipyretic, which means it can fight a fever, but it doesn't impact inflammation. The maximum daily dosage of ibuprofen and acetaminophen for adults is about 3,000 mg, but always read the directions that come with medications.  Taking too much ibuprofen (or taking it for too long) can irritate and damage the stomach and kidneys, so take the medication with food. Taking too much acetaminophen is toxic and damaging to the liver. Alcohol should never be combined with acetaminophen. Using an antiseptic or antibacterial mouthwash can help treat or prevent infections and pain in the gums and teeth. Mouthwashes with chlorhexidine, for example, can help to both relieve swelling and pain, and keep your mouth free of infection. Ask your dentist or pharmacist for OTC recommendations. Whichever brand you choose, hold it in your mouth for at least 30 seconds and try to swish it around the back of your mouth where the erupting wisdom teeth are.  Swishing around the pericoronal flaps may also help remove any trapped food, plaque or debris. Make a natural and inexpensive antiseptic mouthwash by adding a half-teaspoon of table salt or sea salt to a cup of warm water. Gargle for 30 seconds, then spit and repeat three to five times daily or as needed. Gargling with diluted vinegar, fresh lemon juice, diluted hydrogen peroxide or with a few drops of iodine in water are all effective for combating infections in your mouth. Wormwood tea is also a great adjuvant that helps gums fight with the inflammatory process.
Summary: Massage your gums with your finger or some ice. Take over-the-counter (OTC) anti-inflammatories or painkillers. Use antiseptic mouthwash.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The different ingredients in the master tonic are important. The first ingredient that you need is garlic. Garlic has a number of components that have been shown to have anti-microbial and immune-boosting properties and is considered safe for adults and children in doses normally used in food. Garlic can also lower cholesterol and help control blood sugar. Buy at least one full bulb of garlic to make this tonic. Do not use garlic if you are taking medications like isoniazid, non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) such as nevirapine (Viramune), delavirdine (Rescriptor), and efavirenz (Sustiva), or other antivirals including the protease inhibitors saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase), amprenavir (Agenerase), nelfinavir (Viracept), and ritonavir (Norvir). Onions are in the same botanical family as garlic and have similar properties. These are often attributed to one of the components of onions called quercetin. Buy at least one whole white or yellow onion for the tonic. Onion is considered safe for adults and children in doses normally used in food. Horseradish root has a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in the US in the amounts normally used in food. Horseradish has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anti-cancer activities. It has also been shown to lower blood pressure. Get at least a 3-inch piece of horseradish root. Ginger, which comes in the form of a root, is an important herb in traditional Chinese medicine and has Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in the US in the amounts normally used in food. Ginger has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, and antioxidant effects. Get at least a 3 inch piece of ginger root for the tonic. Do not use ginger if you take nifedipine. Excessive bleeding may result in rare cases. There are many different hot peppers that can be used in this recipe. These include cayenne, habanero, or jalapeño peppers. These peppers are rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioflavonoids that function as antioxidants and pain relievers. They also have capsaicin, a major component of cayenne pepper, which depletes Substance P, a chemical messenger that transmits pain messages to the brain. Make sure to buy at least eight to ten hot peppers of your choice. Apple cider vinegar is widely used for a variety of disorders including heartburn, diabetes, and infections as well as a topical treatment for acne, sores, burns, and skin infections. It is high in B vitamins and vitamin C and has antimicrobial properties. Buy a bottle of apple cider vinegar that is at least 32 ounces.
Summary:
Buy garlic. Purchase onion. Get horseradish root. Buy ginger root. Pick a hot pepper. Purchase apple cider vinegar.