Adults and children 12 years of age and older Rinse the tooth with water to remove any food particles from the cavity. Moisten a cotton pellet with 1 to 2 drops of Eugenol and place in the cavity for approximately 1 minute. Avoid touching tissues other than the tooth cavity. Apply the dose not more than four times daily or as directed by a dentist or physician.Adults and children 12 years and older use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor.Children under 12 years ask a dentist or doctor.