Teething is the process by which a baby's teeth erupt, or break through the gums.
Teething generally occurs between 6 to 30 months of age.
SYMPTOMS OF TEETHING:
- Irritability.
- Difficulty in sleeping.
- Loss of appetite.
- Drooling more than usual.
- Easily gets upset.
- Keeping hands in the mouth.
Teething is not associated with fever, diarrhoea, rashes over the body.
If baby is having any of these symptoms during teething, contact your pediatrician.
SOOTHING FOR TEETHING:
Massage the baby's gums with clean finger or back of a small cold spoon or a moist gauze pad.
Ask the baby to bite on a chilled teething ring.
Ask your dentist to recommend a pacifier or teething ring.
CONCLUSION:
Teething is a natural part of an infant’s growth and development. Due to the pain and discomfort, it’s easy for parents to become anxious about the process. Any specific concerns or prolonged discomfort should be addressed with your child’s pediatrician or pedodontist.