This was a significant development in the history of Britain, and England specifically. King Alfred of the Kingdom of Wessex (later known as Alfred the Great) led the resistance to the Viking invasion. In doing so he was able to unite under his kingship the other Anglo-Saxon kingdoms that were not subject to Danish law. He thus established a united English kingdom (although it was probably called the kingdom of the Anglo-Saxons or something similar).
Soothe sore gums with chamomile tea. Put one tea bag of chamomile in a cup of boiling water. Allow to to steep for five minutes and cool slightly before drinking. Swish the tea around your mouth to sooth your gums before swallowing.
Whatever the cause of sore, painful gums, there are steps you can take to minimize gum damage and discomfort. Gums and Brushing Technique. In the quest to keep teeth clean, you might be tempted to brush teeth as vigorously as you can. Gums are made of delicate tissue, though, so brushing the wrong way could damage them. Whether you opt for a manual or electric toothbrush, choose one with soft nylon bristles that have blunted ends. Even though you can find brushes with medium or hard bristles, they may damage the enamel on your teeth or cause red and swollen gums.