Teething, the emergence of the first teeth through a baby's gums can be a frustrating time for the little ones and their parents. But knowing what to expect during teething and how to make the process a little less painful can help you.
Teething
While teething may start as early as 3 months, most likely you will start the first tooth of your baby's gums enforcement see if your little one is 4-7 months old.
The first teeth normally appear, the two lower front teeth, and the central incisors known. They are usually followed 4-8 weeks later by the four front upper teeth (central and lateral incisors). About a month later, the lower lateral incisors (the two teeth flanking the bottom front teeth) appear.
Next to break through the first molars (the back teeth used for grinding food), then finally the canines (the pointy teeth in the upper jaw). Most children have all their baby teeth 20 of her third birthday. (If your child experiences significant delay, speak to your doctor.)
In some rare cases, children are born with one or two teeth or have a tooth emerge within the first weeks of life. Unless the teeth interfere with feeding or are loose enough to be a choking hazard, this is usually not a cause for concern.
As children begin teething, they might drool more and want to chew on things. In some babies teething is painless. Others may have brief periods of irritability, while some may get cranky for weeks, with crying jags and disrupted sleeping and eating habits. Teething can be uncomfortable, but if your baby seems very irritable, talk to your doctor.
Although tender and swollen gums could be your baby temperature a little higher than normal, teething does not usually cause high fever or diarrhea. If your baby has a fever develop during the teething phase, it is likely due to something else, and you should contact your doctor.
Loosening of teeth
Here are some tips to consider if your baby is teething:
Wipe your baby's face often with a cloth to remove the drool and prevent rashes from developing countries.
Give your baby something to chew on. Make sure it is large enough so that they can not be swallowed and that they do not break into small pieces. A wet washcloth placed in the freezer for 30 minutes makes a handy teething aid - just be sure to wash them after every use.
Rubber teething rings are also good, but avoid ones with liquid inside because they may break or leak. If you use a teething ring, be sure to take them out of the freezer before it becomes rock hard - you do not want to crush the already swollen gums!
Rub your baby's gums with a clean finger.
Never tie a teething ring around the neck of a baby - it could get caught on something and choke the child.
If your baby seems irritable, ask your doctor if it's okay, a dose of paracetamol or ibuprofen (for babies older than 6 months), give to relieve discomfort. Never an aspirin against the tooth, and do not rub alcohol on your baby's gums.
Baby Teeth Hygiene
The care and cleaning of your baby teeth is important for the long-term dental health. Even if the first set of teeth fall out, tooth decay can hasten this process and leave gaps before the permanent teeth ready to come are in. The remaining primary teeth may then crowd together to try to fill the gaps that can cause the permanent teeth to come in crooked and out of place.
Daily dental care should begin even before your baby's first tooth is formed. Wipe your baby's gums daily with a clean, damp washcloth or gauze, or brush it gently with a soft, infant-sized toothbrush and water (no toothpaste!). As soon as the first tooth appears, brush it with water.
Toothpaste is OK to use when a child is old enough to spit it out - usually around 3 years. Choose one with fluoride and use only a pea-sized amount or less in younger children. Do not let your child swallow the toothpaste or eat it out of the tube because an overdose of fluoride can be harmful to children.
At the time, all of your baby teeth are in, try to clean them at least twice a day, especially after meals. It is also important to early child used dental floss. A good time to start flossing is when two teeth begin to touch. Talk to your dentist for advice on flossing those tiny teeth. You can also infants in the routine by watching and imitating you, like you interested brush and floss.
Another important tip for preventing tooth decay: Let your baby fall asleep with a bottle. The milk or juice can pool in a baby's mouth and cause tooth decay and plaque.
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that children see a dentist by age 1, when six to eight teeth are in place to identify potential problems and advise parents about preventive health care.