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Teething in Babies – Pediatric Dentist in Frisco, TX

Teething in babies is a process that can start as early as 3 months or as late as 14 months with signs and symptoms that can begin 2-3 months before the appearance of the first tooth. The average age for that first tooth is about 6 months, but parents should not worry if their baby experiences teething differently than a previous child or a friend’s baby. Teething in babies depends on different factors, including heredity (when mom or dad began teething) and if your child was born early (preemies typically teeth late).

No matter when teething begins, the teeth typically erupt in pairs and often in a particular order, although if they do appear out of sequence, there is generally no cause for concern.

A general timeline for tooth eruption is:

6-10 months: Lower central incisors (2 bottom front teeth)
8-12 months: Upper central incisors (2 top front teeth)
9-13 months: Upper lateral incisors (on either side of the upper central incisors)
10-16 months: Lower lateral incisors (on either side of the lower central incisors)
13-19 months: First molars
16-23 months: Upper and lower canine teeth (next to the lateral incisors)
2 years: Second molars (behind the first molars)

Symptoms of Teething in Babies

The teething process is different for each individual baby, but most babies exhibit at least some of these common teething symptoms:

Excessive drooling: Babies tend to produce extra saliva when teething, so be sure to have bibs handy.
Facial rash: Excessive drooling can cause chafing and redness around the mouth and chin. Gently pat the area dry with a bib or soft cloth or use Vaseline or Aquaphor to protect the skin.
Biting: Babies bite on just about anything to relieve the pressure created by newly erupting teeth. Counterpressure created by gnawing on something alleviates this discomfort.
Pulling or rubbing the ears: Teething pain in the jaw often transfers to the ear canal due to the shared nerve pathways.
Irritability, general fussiness, or crying: Just like adults, babies get fussy when they are uncomfortable. The gums often become inflamed as the tooth passes through, especially when the larger molars are coming in. Many babies seem to become accustomed to teething discomfort over time, while some tend to be acutely aware of teething pain throughout the entire process.
Nighttime wakefulness: Tooth eruption does not stop at the end of the day and, for some children, even seems to be more prominent during nighttime hours. Teething is often the cause of lost sleep for both the child and the parents. Try letting your child settle down on his/her own, or if necessary, soothe your child back to sleep rather than create a habit of nighttime feedings that will be hard to break after teething is complete.
Change in eating habits: Some babies refuse to eat because the sucking motion from nursing/bottles or the spoon on their gums creates more discomfort. Others may want to eat more because the bottle or spoon creates counterpressure and gives relief. Be patient and try multiple methods of feeding if necessary.
Increased coughing or gag reflex: The excessive amount of drooling during teething can cause gagging or coughing. As long as your baby is not showing other signs of sickness, you need not be concerned.
Swollen, red, or puffy gums: Your baby’s gums may appear red and swollen just prior to a tooth erupting. In some instances, especially involving molars, a bluish cyst may present that breaks when the molar pushes through. Some bleeding may occur but is not harmful to your baby.
Low-grade fever: Doctors are still divided on whether babies can experience fever due to teething, however, if your child does run a low-grade fever while teething, keep a watchful eye out for other symptoms. A fever over 101° or for longer than 3 days is best evaluated by your pediatrician.

Teething Remedies for Babies

If you have a teething baby, you have probably received solicited and unsolicited advice on how to alleviate teething discomfort. Some methods are tried-and-true, while others can actually be harmful to a baby. If you are unsure about using a particular method for teething relief, ask your doctor.

Safe teething remedies for babies include:

Counterpressure/massage: Teething toys or even your finger can create friction, soothe teething pain, and help break down gum tissue. Be sure not to give your baby anything too hard that could damage incoming teeth.
Chilled (not frozen) washcloth: The cold temperature helps numb the gums and the thick fabric creates counterpressure which feels good.
Cold food or drinks: Chilled applesauce, yogurt, or even cold water in a bottle can relieve aching gums. Be sure to supervise your child while eating and do not give large chunks of cold food that can create a choking hazard. Your doctor can advise you on age-appropriate foods that you can use.
Distraction: Teething is generally a dull, aching pain, and distracting your baby with a special toy or activity can often take his/her mind off of being uncomfortable.
Extra comfort: Sometimes the hugs and snuggles from mom or dad are just what the doctor ordered. Extra one-on-one time can sometimes be the best remedy for a fussy teething baby.
Over-the-counter pain relievers: If other methods are unsuccessful, over-the-counter pain medicines usually provide temporary relief for teething. Be sure to consult your doctor if you are unsure of the recommended dose.

Remember, every baby is different, so you may have to try a few methods before you find one that works best for relieving your child’s teething symptoms.

What to Avoid When Your Child is Teething

Some teething remedies found on the internet and other sources, while effective at alleviating teething pain, can actually be dangerous.

DO NOT:

Rub any type of alcohol on your child’s gums: Rubbing alcohol or tiny amounts of liquors, such as brandy, can be poisonous to babies.
Give your child extremely hard food (such as toasted bagels or zwieback crackers) or frozen foods (such as bananas or carrots): These can soften and become choking hazards.
Use amber teething necklaces: Placing anything around a baby’s neck is dangerous and the beads can be a choking hazard if they are pulled off.

Caring for Your Baby’s New Teeth

As your baby’s teeth begin to emerge, it is important to start good oral hygiene right away. It is a good idea to schedule an appointment with your pediatric dentist at the first sign of tooth eruption or by age 1, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Other tips for taking care of your baby’s new teeth include:

Use tap water (most contain fluoride) to brush your child’s teeth: Your dentist will advise you on using fluoride toothpaste.
Do not let your child go to bed with a bottle or sippy cup containing milk, juice, or other sugar-containing drinks: This practice is a main cause of early childhood caries (baby bottle tooth decay).
Gently brush teeth twice a day with a baby tooth brush
Give your baby water (once he/she is able to have it) after meals to help wash away residual food

Remember that your baby’s primary teeth, while not permanent, are important to keep healthy. They serve a vital role in your child’s long term dental health. Learn about permanent tooth eruption in children.

At Discovery Kids Pediatric Dentistry, our top priority is helping your child achieve and maintain a cavity-free, healthy smile for life.

If your child’s teeth are emerging and you would like to schedule your baby’s first dental check-up, please contact Dr. Zarmin Lalani and her team at Discovery Kids Pediatric Dentistry Frisco, Texas, by completing an online appointment request or phone 469-365-5437.

8 Baby Teething Comfort Tips Every Parent Needs to Know

Your newborn baby is born with 20 teeth under the gum line. Before you know it, your happy baby starts to become fussy with a tendency to drool on a consistent basis. The first tooth usually appears between 6 months and 1 year of age.

When your infant starts teething, it can be a very challenging time. However, there are number of baby teething tips to help soothe your child!

Signs Your Baby is Teething

If your baby is around 6 months (timing does vary), you may start noticing these symptoms of teething:

Sore or tender gums
Drooling
Irritability
Low-grade fever around 99 F
Chewing
Diarrhea
Drool rash around the mouth

Teething does not cause fevers and diarrhea. If your baby has a temperature above 100.4 F and has diarrhea, you should definitely speak to your doctor.

Typically, the first tooth to appear is one of the incisors on the bottom. It is a good idea to inspect your child’s gums for any bumps, a sign of newly surfacing teeth. Teething may be slower for some babies than others, so infants can have symptoms months before a tooth actually appears.

There are several ways to soothe gums. The most effective treatments include pressure, using cold items, and giving your baby something safe to chew. It’s really tough to see your baby start teething and experiencing constant pain, so try these methods to help ease the discomfort.

1. Massage the Gums

Applying pressure to your infant’s gums may help ease the pain. After thoroughly cleaning your hands, lay your baby on the bed and massage their gums gently with your finger. This may actually help your baby relax and fall asleep. You can try rubbing the gums again if your baby awakes in the middle of the night.

2. Get a Cold Washcloth

It is a good idea to find a clean washcloth and soak it in water. You should wring out the water until it is damp. Then place the washcloth in the fridge or freezer to cool it down.

After it is nice and cool, fold the washcloth and give to your baby to chew. You should never leave your baby unattended if they are chewing on something, even a washcloth, because this could be a choking hazard.

3. Refrigerate Pacifier or Teething Toy

If your baby uses a pacifier, you can also use it to soothe their gums by cooling it down. You should make sure the pacifier is clean and place it in the refrigerator. The coolness may help numb the gums and relieve some pain.

You can follow the same steps with teething toys. You can place any solid teething toys in the fridge. It is a good idea to stay away from liquid or gel-filled toys, which could possibly leak.

4. Freeze Milk Popsicles

Some babies will not eat while they are teething. This is most likely because of the discomfort.

If possible, you should find BPA-free popsicle forms and fill them with breastmilk or formula. These types of popsicles can become very messy when they melt, so be sure to place a bib on your baby. You might find it smart to have your infant eat these in the highchair.

5. Wipe Away Excess Drool

It is helpful to have your baby wear a bib while they teethe. Babies have a tendency to drool and soak their clothing.

You should make it a priority to wipe away drool from your baby’s face to help prevent further irritation. Ideally, your child’s face should stay dry to prevent a rash.

6. Chill Some Fruit

If you have introduced your baby to solid foods, you could try freezing some types of foods to help soothe irritated gums. Chilled mashed bananas are a great start! You can try other fruits in a mesh feeder for your baby to suck on. The mesh feeder will help prevent choking. Some different types of fruit you could try include chilled apples, pears, or strawberries. It is a good idea to monitor your baby at all times and make sure your infant is old enough to try these treats.

7. Extra Cuddling Time

Sometimes the best way to help a baby in discomfort is some extra cuddle time. Rocking your baby in a big chair or carrying your baby around the house (in a baby carrier) are great ideas. The extra cuddle time will help provide both of you with some needed rest.

If you breastfeed, don’t be afraid to give your baby additional nursing sessions for comfort. It is important to provide your infant with a calm environment to help them relax and fall asleep.

8. Pain Medications

As a last resort, you can talk to your doctor about providing over-the-counter pain medication. These medicines help alleviate pain and allow the baby to go to sleep. Your pediatrician can advise you on the correct dosage and which type of pain relievers work best.

It is a good idea to stay away from teething gels and tablets that contain lidocaine or benzocaine. They can be harmful and often numb a baby’s mouth, causing issues with swallowing.

How Long Does Baby Teething Last?

There is no set timetable on how long your baby will go through teething. This process could last months or be over in a couple of days. Each infant handles the pain differently. The pain typically subsides once the tooth has emerged through the gums. There is usually a break between teeth, although the time frame can vary.

Caring for Your Baby’s New Teeth

You should start caring for your baby’s tooth as soon as it appears through the gums. It is important to wipe off the tooth before bed. You can use a damp, clean washcloth or a soft-bristled baby toothbrush.

You should not use fluoride toothpaste until your child is at least 3 years old and can spit out the toothpaste. However, you can use a small amount of training toothpaste to clean the new tooth.

Good hygiene starts early. Even though your baby will ultimately lose these teeth, you want the baby teeth and gums to remain healthy in preparation for the new adult teeth.

Schedule Regular Dental Checkups

Baby teething is no fun for the baby or the parent. Now you have valuable suggestions on how to help your baby deal with the irritation.

Once that first tooth appears, the American Dental Association recommends scheduling your child’s first dental visit. Regular dental visits set the foundation for your child to have healthy gums and teeth. Contact our office with any questions or to schedule your child’s first appointment today!

Reflux | Pregnancy Birth and Baby

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Reflux is when your child brings the contents of their stomach back up into their food pipe or mouth. They may bring up small amounts of milk along with air when they are burped. Reflux, also called spitting up, posseting or regurgitation, is very common in newborns.

The medical term for reflux is gastro-oesophageal reflux, or GOR. If GOR is more serious or has complications it may lead to gastro-oesophageal reflux disease or GORD.

Reflux occurs because a muscle at the top of the stomach, called the sphincter, is loose. It can also be caused by air bubbles in the stomach or by eating too much food too quickly.

Spitting up may not cause discomfort and your baby may seem not notice.

Reflux is not the same as vomiting. Vomiting is forceful, is usually more than a tablespoon or 2, and upsets the baby. Vomiting can be a sign of illness.

Reflux is not the same as drooling and blowing bubbles, which is especially common once babies start teething.

Spitting up often peaks by 4 months of age and by 7 months many babies no longer do it, although for some it takes longer.

Tips for managing reflux

Here are some things you can do to minimise your baby’s reflux:

Make each feed calm and relaxed.
Hold your baby in an upright position, not lying down, while you feed them. Keep your baby upright for 30 minutes after feeding. An infant seat or car seat works well.
Feed your baby smaller amounts at a time.
Feed your baby without delay. If the baby has cried for a long time before a feed, they may have swallowed air. Spitting up is more likely if the baby has air in the stomach at the beginning of a feed.
Check the size of the opening in the teat if you are bottle feeding. The bottle should leak several drops of milk per second. A hole that is too big will let the baby swallow formula too quickly and baby is likely to spit up the excess. A hole that is too small forces the baby to suck very hard and swallow air.
Burp your baby several times during each feed. It works best to support the infant’s head and burp them sitting on your lap. Burping your baby over your shoulder may put too much pressure on their stomach.
If you are supervising your baby, you can place them on their tummy for an hour or so after the feed. Take care not to let baby sleep on their tummy because of the link with sudden unexpected death in infancy. Always place your baby on their back to sleep.
Make sure nappies are not too tight and do not put pressure on the baby’s stomach.

When to see the doctor about reflux

If your baby is otherwise healthy and happy and they are just bringing up milk, nothing needs to be done. Talk to your doctor or child health nurse if:

you have any other concerns
your baby is not gaining weight
there is a change in bowel movements or urination
your baby shows signs of discomfort or pain.

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How Do I Know If My Baby Is Teething

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As a new parent, you’re probably wondering, “when do babies start getting their teeth?” Well, it’s a great question to ask, and it’s always best to be prepared for the moment when your baby starts teething. Learn what teething is, the signs and symptoms to look out for, how to treat it, and the best way to care for your baby’s teeth when they come in.

What is Teething, and When Does it Start?

Teething is when teeth first come through a baby’s gums. It’s a big deal for the baby and the parents. The American Dental Association provides a great tooth eruption chart for reference. If your little one has teeth coming in early, that’s okay. What’s important is that your child visits the dentist within six months following the eruption of their first tooth.

Here’s a general timeline of what happens with baby teeth:

Before birth: Baby grows 20 teeth under the gums

Around six months: Baby starts teething

Within the first year: The first teeth start growing; they’re typically the two bottom front teeth, also known as the central incisors. Next, come the top four teeth, called the central and lateral incisors.

13-14 months: Upper and lower first molars come in

16-17 months: Upper and lower canines come in

23-25 months: Upper and lower second molars come in

By age 3: Our child will likely have their 20 baby teeth

Signs of Teething

Symptoms of teething vary from child to child. So, how can you tell if your baby is teething? Some babies feel no pain, while others may have pain and tenderness that lasts for several weeks. A baby may show one or more of the following signs if they’re teething:

Rubbing their gums. Babies generally love to put things in their mouths but rubbing things on their gums may become excessive when the teething process begins.

Drooling. Some babies drool so much from teething that it soaks their clothes. They may even develop a rash on their cheeks and chin from the excess moisture. To keep your baby comfortable, gently dry their chin and change wet clothes throughout the day.

Crankiness. If your baby seems cranky, a tooth may be pushing through despite otherwise being healthy.

Wakefulness. If your once great sleeper has begun waking up at night or is refusing to take naps, it may be a sign of teething.

Loss of Appetite. If your baby is on a nursing/eating strike, it may be a teething symptom as eating can irritate sore gums. If you’re concerned that your baby isn’t eating enough, check in with your pediatrician.

If you observe two or more of these signs, your baby is likely teething. While teething might cause a slight rise in your child’s temperature, fever is not one of the typical symptoms of teething. Neither is diarrhea. You should contact your on-call pediatrician if your child develops a fever or diarrhea because it could be a sign of something else.

How To Treat Teething

The good news is that there are many options for treating teething. Over-the-counter pain-relief medicines, including ibuprofen or acetaminophen, may help to dull the pain. Check in with your pediatrician before giving your baby pain medication. They’ll guide you with specific recommendations and dosage information.

There are also several ways to soothe your teething baby, including refrigerating your baby’s teething ring or using a clean finger to apply pressure on the gums. A warm bath and gentle rocking may also help to calm and relax the child.

It’s important to note that numbing compounds containing topical benzocaine (similar to the gel used by dental professionals) are available. However, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned parents about the adverse, grave effects of using benzocaine for children under two years of age. So, it’s essential to utilize other options. As always, you should check with your child’s dentist or physician before using any product for teething relief.

Caring for Your Baby’s New Teeth

Dentists recommend using a clean washcloth to gently clean your baby’s mouth, even before the first tooth arrives. Toothpaste is not as necessary in these early stages as removing bacteria. Follow these tips when taking care of your baby’s teeth:

Brush with an infant toothbrush using water.

When your baby’s teeth touch, you can start flossing.

Around 2, gradually introduce fluoride toothpaste to your child’s brushing routine. You can also start teaching your child to spit while brushing.

At your baby’s first dentist appointment, your dentist will guide you through the steps in caring for your baby’s teeth and gums in more detail. Also, it’s always good to ask them about fluoride.

Now you know about babies teething and the crucial signs to look out for like gum rubbing, crankiness, and sleep or appetite changes. These signs may mean other things, but the combination of two or more of these symptoms more than likely indicates a tooth is erupting. Remember that fever and diarrhea are not actual symptoms related to teething. And be sure to reach out to your pediatrician if your baby is experiencing either. There are plenty of ways to soothe your baby if they’re teething, like refrigerating their teething ring or over-the-counter pain-relief medicines like ibuprofen. So, if your baby is teething, you’re now set and ready to make them feel most comfortable.

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Drooling is common in young children, especially while their teeth are coming in. It is usually nothing to worry about. However, excessive saliva can sometimes irritate a baby’s skin and cause drool rash.

Drool rash can be uncomfortable for a baby, but parents and caregivers can help them get relief with some simple home remedies.

In this article, we look at what drool rash is, as well as how to treat and prevent it. We also cover when to see a doctor.

Share on PinterestA baby may drool more than usual when teething.
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Drooling, also known as sialorrhea, is common in healthy infants. It often stops when they are around 15 to 18 months old.

Excessive saliva around the baby’s mouth, cheeks, chin, and beyond can irritate the skin and cause drool rash.

Drool rash is not contagious and is not linked to any underlying medical conditions. However, it can result in red, itchy, bumpy patches on the skin, which babies may find painful and uncomfortable. These patches may be moist or dry.

Drooling is a natural process and may also be a side effect of teething, which is when a baby’s teeth start to break through their gums. Drooling may begin long before the teeth come in and persist long after, however.

Besides teething, babies may also naturally drool due to their:

limited ability to swallow

lack of front teeth

tendency to keep their mouth open

Parents and caregivers can take simple measures to reduce the impact of drool rash. The best way to treat drool rash is to keep the baby’s skin dry throughout the day and prevent new rashes from developing.

Simple measures that can help manage drool rash include:

Always keeping clean cloths or baby wipes handy and wiping the child’s face dry as soon as any drool appears. If baby wipes seem to worsen the irritation, try plain water or a soft dry cloth.

If teething seems to be causing the baby to drool, try giving them a teething toy or something cold to chew on, such as a teething ring from the refrigerator.

Applying an emollient, barrier cream, or ointment to the affected area to help protect and heal the baby’s skin. However, it is best to consult a doctor before using any new products, especially near the baby’s mouth.

Avoiding using irritating substances on or around the baby, such as harsh laundry detergents, soaps, and scented lotions. Try replacing these products with mild, fragrance-free alternatives.

Always cleaning and sterilizing the baby’s bottles and pacifiers to ensure that these are not the cause of the rash. Parents and caregivers should replace or limit the use of any objects that appear to cause or worsen the rash.

Gently washing the rash with tepid water and patting it dry afterward.

A variety of teething toys are available to purchase online.

Share on PinterestGently cleaning the baby’s face may prevent a drool rash.

Drool rash can be difficult to prevent, particularly as many infants and toddlers drool naturally. However, there are some things a person can do to help prevent or minimize drool rash, including:

Gently wiping the baby’s face with a cloth to remove any drool and prevent rashes from developing. It is best to use soft, non-irritating cloths.

Cleaning the baby’s face after feedings by gently patting their skin with a damp cloth. Use water, not soap, to wet the cloth and avoid vigorous or harsh rubbing, as it may irritate the baby’s skin.

Putting a waterproof or absorbent bib on the baby to prevent saliva from getting on their chin, chest, and clothing.

Changing the baby’s clothing whenever it becomes wet from the saliva.

Drooling is natural in babies and young children. While drool rash may be uncomfortable, it is not usually a cause for concern. However, a person should speak to a doctor if the baby:

is unusually irritable or fussy

has a fever

has difficulty breathing or swallowing

refuses to eat or is eating less

holds their head in a strange position

It is also best to seek medical advice if the rash is severe, getting worse, or seems unusually itchy or painful.

It is normal for infants to drool, often starting when they are around 3–6 months old. However, salvia that remains in contact with the skin can cause irritation and lead to a rash.

Babies may find drool rash upsetting and uncomfortable, but it is usually harmless. Caregivers can treat and help prevent drool rash with simple home measures, such as regularly wiping up any drool and keeping the baby’s skin dry.

It is best to see a doctor if the rash looks severe or occurs alongside other symptoms.

Teething rash: how to help your baby | Baby & toddler articles & support

You might see your baby’s cheeks and chin go red during teething. Here we explain what to look out for, what’s harmless and when to worry.

There is a rash associated with teething – all that excess drool irritates their skin (Lyttle et al, 2015). And while this in itself might cause your baby some mild discomfort, it isn’t anything to worry about.

Yet contrary to popular belief, teething hasn’t been proven to cause flushed, feverish cheeks in babies (Markman, 2009). This might surprise some of you.

The fact is, they’re more susceptible to a wide range of illnesses and infections at this age (Lyttle et al, 2015). So it’s particularly important to see your doctor, particularly if they have a raised temperature as well (Markman, 2009; NICE, 2014; Lyttle et al, 2015).

So what does all this mean?

1. You can soothe genuine teething rash

This is because your baby’s dribble is what’s causing their teething rash (Lyttle et al, 2015). And that can be easily mopped up. By the bucket load it sometimes seems.

Try gently wiping their face and chin to help stop them getting a rash, and even cracks on the sides of their mouth (Lyttle et al, 2015). Be careful not to over-wipe or rub your baby’s face, tempting as it is, because this can make the area even more sore (Family Lives, 2018).

“Put a bib on them to catch the drool, it also doubles as a handy cloth for wiping your baby’s face.”

You could also rub some petroleum jelly on the area before you go outside to protect it from the elements, and before bed (Family Lives, 2018).

Did you know? All that dribble pouring from their mouth during teething has antibacterial properties when it mixes with breastmilk? This boosts your baby’s immune system (Al-Shehri, 2015). Clever huh? Read our article on how to breastfeed babies who have teeth.

2. If it’s not irritated skin, it’s important to get to the cause of their flushed cheeks

This is because there could be a more serious illness at play. This is UNLIKELY TO BE just a teething rash.

One study closely monitored the temperature of babies in the days before, during and after they had a tooth appear. It found no rise in their temperatures, which shows that teething doesn’t necessarily cause a fever (Wake et al, 2000). Other sources say only a very mild rise in temperature (under 38°C) might be teething, but your baby shouldn’t be unwell because of it (NICE, 2014; Harding et al, 2016).

So, if your baby’s cheeks are flushed and they’ve got a fever (over 38°C), visit your GP to rule out a more serious cause rather than assume it’s caused by a pesky emerging tooth (Wake, 2002; Sarrell et al, 2005; Tighe and Roe, 2007; Ramos-Jorge et al, 2011; NICE, 2014; Eisenstadt et al, 2017). See our article on what to do if your baby has a temperature.

Other common conditions that should be ruled out if your teething baby has a fever include: croup; a respiratory or urinary tract infection; meningitis; oral herpes; constipation; or gastroenteritis (Community Practitioner, 2011; NICE, 2014).

James thought his son Alfie, 14 months, was teething, but…

‘We thought he was teething really badly and had a mild cold but no more than that – his molars were coming through. We were on holiday at the time and tried to keep him happy, but he became more and more unwell. We ended up going to the doctor and they packed us off to hospital, where we spent the night.

‘After investigation he was diagnosed with a rare infection. We’re so glad we went to the doctor – it’s true what they say about knowing your own child. Never be embarrassed about going to the doctors. Thankfully, he is a very well and happy little boy now.

I know this was a bad luck case, but even if your child has developed something more common like an ear infection, it is still so painful for them and should be checked out just in case. ’

Find out more about how to deal with teething

Teething can be a frustrating and confusing time for you and your baby. There’s nothing worse than seeing your little one miserable and in pain. For ideas on how to soothe their sore gums so they can be back to their old selves quickly, read this article.

This page was last reviewed in September 2018.

Further information

Our support line offers practical and emotional support with feeding your baby and general enquiries for parents, members and volunteers: 0300 330 0700.

You might find attending one of NCT’s Early Days groups helpful as they give you the opportunity to explore different approaches to important parenting issues with a qualified group leader and other new parents in your area.

Read more about fever in children from the NHS.

For more information on what other illnesses may be causing their fever, this article from NICE is very useful.

NCT has partnered with the British Red Cross to offer courses in baby first aid.

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Why does a child drool heavily? — Megaboo

Saliva is a clear liquid produced by the salivary glands in the mouth. Since the newborn has not yet fully developed the function of swallowing, the mother can watch her baby salivate during sleep. Saliva aids digestion and flushes out bacteria and food debris from the mouth. Salivation is a normal process for babies in the first two years of life, but what if the child is constantly drooling? What are the causes of excessive salivation in older children?

Saliva secretion and stages of its formation
Every day our body produces from 1 to 2 liters of saliva, which we swallow without noticing. It is another matter with babies: they have an involuntary flow of salivary fluid, and children cannot yet control this condition. Drooling usually continues until the baby is 18 to 24 months old. The process is very common during teething, so moms and dads should be prepared for the fact that the baby will have saliva everywhere: on clothes, things, toys.

It is normal for a small child to drool like water and is considered a sign of the baby’s physical development:

At 1-3 months this happens often, especially when the baby is in a supported sitting or horizontal position.

At 6 months, parents notice that salivation increases (due to the appearance of the first teeth) when the son or daughter reaches for toys or mumbles.

At 9 months, the baby is already crawling, salivation is reduced, but teething can still stimulate salivation.

By 15 months, the baby will be walking and running, and saliva is almost invisible. However, fine motor activities that require concentration can lead to involuntary saliva flow.

At 18 months, the baby no longer drools, but this happens occasionally when dressing and playing.

At 24 months salivation is minimal.

What role does saliva play in a child’s body? Saliva itself contains beneficial enzymes that help digest semi-solid and solid foods, which is especially important for a 4-6 month old baby. Saliva neutralizes stomach acid and promotes the formation of the internal mucosa. It wraps the food and makes it easier to swallow.

Causes of excessive salivation in children
Parents, of course, are worried when their child drools like a river. Why is this happening? We list the main reasons:

Teething. Although the baby does not yet show teeth until 6-8 months, the process itself begins very early. That’s why around 3 months of age, a baby’s saliva is overproduced: the teeth begin to break through the gums.

Mouth open. An infant may keep his mouth open for a long time due to a stuffy nose or habit. In this regard, he may not swallow saliva, which leads to increased salivation.

Concentration of attention. The little explorer does not swallow saliva because he is concentrating on some task or interesting subject. Here is the oral fluid and follows.

Nutrition. Unusually sour food often provokes salivation in the baby.

Neurological disorders. Neuritis of the facial nerve (Bell’s palsy), infantile cerebral palsy, autism, Down’s syndrome are diseases manifested, among other things, by excessive salivation in children.

Side effects of medicines. Some drugs cause an increase in the muscle tone of the lips, which leads to an excess of saliva.

Exposure to toxic substances, including mercury vapor, insect bites.

Should the child be treated?
Salivation does not require any treatment as it is a normal part of growing up. Medical care is needed for those children who are no longer babies: they are older than 4 years old, and saliva still flows like a river, and it is not possible to keep clothes dry without a bib.

At the appointment, the doctor will definitely check:

Whether the child closes his lips and rolls his tongue correctly.

Does he swallow normally, are there any hoarseness and pathologies in the esophagus (tumors, swollen tonsils).

Is breathing freely through the nose.

Does the child have a natural swallowing reflex.

Whether the jaws function correctly and their position.

Allergy.

The child’s lower lip, chin, cheeks, and neck may develop irritation and a rash due to the constant flow of saliva from the mouth. Try to immediately blot these sensitive areas of the skin, dry with a clean soft towel, and apply a cream (based on lanolin, coconut oil) or petroleum jelly, aloe vera gel. Be sure to use a bib so that saliva does not penetrate the baby’s neck and chest.

If the baby is sick, treat a runny nose in a timely manner so that the nose breathes well and does not allow saliva to collect in the mouth during sleep. The child may wake up choking on excess saliva. Keep track of how your child sleeps, whether he is comfortable in the crib.

We hope that this article will help you learn more about the problem and help you understand when to see a specialist if salivation does not stop.

Symptoms of teething in children under one year old and ways to alleviate them

In the first year of life, the child develops rapidly. He learns to sit, crawl, walk. And he also has something that indicates the general physiological development, the maturation of the digestive system. He is preparing to move from feeding exclusively on milk or formula to a new stage – to the use of semi-solid and solid foods and the appearance of the first milk teeth .

The eruption of the first milk teeth is influenced by genetic characteristics, health, nutrition and other factors. Even the dependence of teething in infants on the region of residence has been established. So, in the northern regions of Russia, there is a frequent deviation from the average terms towards a later eruption of ^[1] .

On average, the first baby tooth appears at 6-7 months. Within three years, all 20 milk teeth will take their place in the dentition. In some babies, teething begins at 4-5 months, someone waits up to 10-12 months. All this is the norm range ^[2].

There are several theories explaining the process of teething ^[2] :

Hunter’s theory – pushing a tooth out of the bone alveolus occurs due to the pressure of growing roots;

Yasvoin’s theory – the appearance of a tooth above the gum provokes processes of differentiation in the tissue of the dental papilla;

Katz’s theory – an increase in tissue pressure in the area of the bottom of the alveoli directs the tooth to the surface.

But none of them can fully explain this complex mechanism.

By the time the tooth erupts, there is resorption of the bone covering the crown of the tooth. The same processes are noted in the gum. During the growth of the tooth root, the bone is also rebuilt and the dental alveoli gradually deepen. At the same time, morphological changes in the tissues surrounding the tooth occur: increased blood flow, changes in vascular permeability, increased production of the main substance of the pulp and periodontium

“Can the physiological process of teething in infants be pathological?” Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Chief Pediatrician of the Central Federal District of the Russian Federation, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation Zakharova I. N. ^[2]

It is not surprising that the appearance of teeth causes discomfort in children at any age, but this process is especially difficult for infants.

Symptoms of teething in a child

The appearance of milk teeth is a natural physiological process, however, a number of children develop a symptom complex, which, according to the International Classification of Diseases, is classified as teething syndrome (ICD code – K00.7). Numerous surveys of young children say that the most common symptoms accompanying the appearance of teeth are:

increased salivation — processes in the oral cavity are activated;

irritability – the child experiences severe discomfort and cannot report it otherwise than by changing behavior;

sleep disturbance – the pain is so severe that the baby cannot sleep or wakes up frequently during the night;

itching of the gums – children try to compensate for it by trying to bite the breast or nipple, by trying to keep hands, toys, clothes in their mouths.

Such harbingers of the appearance of a tooth occur in 35-60% of children. But some babies may have non-specific symptoms ^[2] :

On average, symptoms appear 5-8 days before the appearance of a tooth. When teething several teeth at the same time, this, as a rule, increases the discomfort.

Even if the child’s symptoms are very similar to those of teething, a specialist consultation is necessary. Be sure to consult a doctor if diarrhea or fever persists for a long time.

Ways to alleviate discomfort

To ease teething in a baby, it is necessary:

provide additional attention and care from parents;

if the child is breastfed, breastfeed more often as this has a slight sedative effect;

purchase several silicone teethers that can be cooled and offered to the baby during the day;

massage the gums with a finger wrapped in a clean gauze pad or with a special silicone nozzle;

blot drool in time with a clean tissue to avoid irritation of the skin around the mouth;

if necessary and in consultation with the doctor, use medicines.

Today, there are pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods of therapy for the eruption of temporary teeth.

Topical preparations

Pediatrician prescribes gels and ointments as symptomatic relief for severe discomfort associated with teething.

These teething gels and ointments with proven effectiveness are divided into 3 groups ^[1] :

Anesthetic-based analgesics (lidocaine, choline, benzocaine). Sometimes lidocaine-based preparations include anti-inflammatory or antiseptic components, providing a combined effect of the gel.

Medicines based on anti-inflammatory or antiseptic agents.

Preparations based on extracts of medicinal plants. They use extracts of Roman chamomile, boswellia, aloe, marshmallow, Indian ivy, medicinal rhubarb, calendula and other components of plant origin.

Homeopathic teething products are also produced, but their effectiveness has not been scientifically proven ^[1] .

Systemic drugs

In severe pain syndrome, hyperthermia, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used, which reduce body temperature and have a systemic analgesic effect. The pediatrician should select the dosage and the drug suitable for the child.

Distractions

These include: the gum massage described above and baby teethers that help your baby temporarily relieve itchy gums.

Inspection of erupted teeth

Swelling and redness of the gums gradually subside as the infant’s teeth erupt and grow, but should be monitored. Normally, the teeth should be evenly located in the dentition, not have whitish or colored spots, irregularities on the enamel.

Violation of the timing, pairing and sequence of eruption of milk teeth can serve as a marker of various diseases and disorders. For example, rickets or hypothyroidism ^[2] . It is important to record the date of appearance of each tooth and its location in the mouth. It is convenient to do this with photos saved in a separate folder on your smartphone.

Erupted Tooth Care Instructions

To clean baby’s teeth, use special silicone fingertips with soft bristles. Toothpaste should be labeled as suitable for young children and free of substances that are harmful if swallowed: high concentrations of fluoride, parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate.

As soon as the first tooth shows above the gum line, it needs special care . Enamel has not yet fully formed, it is very thin, so children’s caries develops rapidly. Only 10% of children manage to avoid caries and adults practically fail ^[5] . Therefore, do not postpone the preventive fight against it.

To maintain the health of milk teeth, some of which will remain with the child until the age of 10-12, it is important to visit the dentist regularly once every 3-4 months. After a year, you need to visit an orthodontist to make sure that the bite develops correctly.

List of sources

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2. Zakharova IN, Kholodova IN, Dmitrieva Yu. A., Morozova NV, Mozzhukhina MV, Kholodov DI Can the physiological process of teething in infants be pathological? 2016 // https://cyberleninka.ru/article/n/mozhet-li-fiziologicheskiy-protsess-prorezyvaniya-zubov-u-mladentsev-byt-patologicheskim (date of access: 05/28/2020).

3. Kleschenko E. I., Zhdanova I. A., Lukisha A. N., Krakovets I. V., Smychkova E. V., Kartavtseva A. V. Symptoms of teething in infants: condition or disease? 2017 // https://cyberleninka.ru/article/n/simptomy-prorezyvaniya-zubov-u-mladentsev-sostoyanie-ili-bolezn (date of access: 05/28/2020).

4. Kiselnikova L.P., Drobotko L.N. Eruption of temporary teeth in children // https://cyberleninka.ru/article/n/prorezyvanie-vremennyh-zubov-u-detey 2017 (date of access: May 28, 2020).

5. 90 percent of children and 100 percent of adults suffer from caries, Komsomolskaya Pravda, 09/04/2016 // URL: https://www.kp.ru/daily/26429.7/3300802/ (date of access: 07/21/2020).

Temperature during teething: causes, duration

When teething, the child’s body experiences severe stress and reacts to it with increased temperature. In order not to confuse a common cold with a temperature during teething, you need to know what exactly happens when teeth are cut.

The reason for the rise in temperature during eruption
The temperature occurs for a reason. The child’s body reacts in this way to the inflammation of the gums that has appeared, through which the tooth will soon come out. At this time, the immunity at the site of the future tooth decreases, and various microorganisms begin to activate, which also cause temperature.
Up to a year, teething is more or less calm and does not cause severe inconvenience, but after a year, when fangs begin to erupt, which take longer to appear, the baby may experience pain accompanied by fever, up to several weeks.
Often the temperature rises not because of inflammation of the gums, but because of viruses that have entered the body or infection due to reduced immunity. The body with its help fights with them, because they are not able to exist at high temperatures, so they die.

How high can the temperature rise?
How much the temperature will rise, individually for each organism. Normally, it can vary from 37.5 to 38.5 degrees. It is necessary to measure the temperature every half an hour or an hour, because in young children it can rise very quickly, because their body is still unable to properly perform heat exchange.
If the temperature began to reach a value of 39 degrees, then you must immediately call an ambulance, because this may mean the appearance of various complications.

Duration
Regardless of the examples given, all organisms react differently, so things can develop differently for different children. Usually the temperature lasts 2-3 days and disappears when the tooth erupts. There are also cases when the temperature lasts for 5 or even 7 days, and the temperature can rise and disappear completely after a few hours.
Be that as it may, the doctor still needs to be called to examine the baby. To exclude complications and a number of other diseases, in which case they should be treated as early as possible.

What are the symptoms other than fever?
Fever is not the only sign of teething. In parallel, a runny nose may join due to the spread of edema from the gums to the nasal mucosa. This happens when the upper teeth erupt.
Also one of the symptoms is profuse salivation and weakening of the baby’s stool.

What symptoms should alert?
Due to reduced immunity, the child’s body is not able to fight many viruses and infections. The following signs may indicate their presence:
• the nose is very stuffy, and snot flows from it in large quantities. This means that rhinitis has joined the edema, it must be treated;
• diarrhea. Very rarely it appears along with the temperature, but still happens. This may mean some kind of intestinal infection brought by the baby with the help of toys;
• cough. Because of the strong salivation, children do not always have time to swallow saliva, so sometimes they can choke on it, as a result of which they cough. If the cough is repeated systematically and at the same time there are signs of outgoing sputum, then inflammation of the respiratory tract has joined the temperature;
• reddened throat. In addition to the nasal mucosa, edema can also pass to the mucous membranes of the neck. This may mean the appearance of pharyngitis or acute respiratory infections;
• nausea and vomiting. Occur at a very elevated temperature, perhaps this is a symptom of an intestinal infection or damage to the nervous system.
If the baby has these signs, you should immediately consult a doctor who will prescribe the necessary treatment, regardless of the presence of temperature.

What measures should be taken in case of high temperature?
Many parents start antipyretics and antivirals when they have a mild fever. You can’t do this, because you need to allow the body to fight the virus on its own. The abuse of such drugs can lead to addiction, and in the future the body will not be able to cope with infections and viruses on its own. Pediatricians advise not to bring down the temperature until it reaches 38 degrees, because you need to let the body fight.
If the effectiveness of antipyretics is low, you can wipe the baby with a little cool water or rub it with an alcohol solution with the addition of vinegar.
Sometimes parents resort to such a method as homeopathy, but with the help of these remedies it will not be possible to effectively reduce the temperature, although they can generally improve the condition of the crumbs.
If the temperature does not subside for more than 3 days, you should consult a doctor.

Is it possible to walk in the temperature?
If the baby feels well and the temperature is not too high, then a walk in the fresh air will only bring benefits. Only the child needs to be dressed according to the weather. You need to walk calmly so that he does not overwork.
Even if there is confidence that the temperature is a consequence of teething, you still need to call a doctor who will make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the right treatment. Self-treatment in this case is unacceptable, because in case of an error, you can harm the health of the baby.

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Ptyalism, or hypersalivation, is an increased production of saliva due to excessive activity of the salivary glands, which can occur in both adults and children. You can determine the pathology by the frequent swallowing of saliva, its leakage from the corners of the mouth and the formation of wet marks on the pillow after sleep. In addition to constant psychological and physical discomfort, excess saliva over time can lead to irritation and damage to the skin around the mouth. If the necessary measures are not taken, the skin will first turn red, and then a rash will appear on them.

Increased salivation is often observed in children aged 3-6 months, but this is not a pathology. It is in the first six months that the salivary glands begin to actively develop, and the child himself does not yet control the timely swallowing of saliva. Ptyalism before the age of 2 years can also be the result of objective causes – in particular, teething. Short-term activation of saliva production is often observed in adults after ingestion of certain foods or drinks. However, if it is permanent, then ptyalism is already diagnosed.

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Distinguish true and false hypersalivation: in the first case, the volume of saliva secreted is increased several times, and in the second, only the process of swallowing it during normal production is disturbed. In addition, salivation can be detected only during sleep (nocturnal ptyalism), which is the result of malocclusion, diseases of the upper respiratory tract, gastritis and other factors. Increased salivation often occurs in pregnant women in the early stages due to changes in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and hormonal changes.

Causes of persistent salivation:

– Inflammation of the salivary glands and various pathologies of the oral cavity (eg stomatitis).

– Worms and diseases of the digestive system: ulcers, gastritis with low acidity.

– Neurological disorders: strokes, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease, neuroses.

– Poisoning with mercury, chlorine and other substances, as well as taking certain medications.

– Rabies and epidemic encephalitis.

Treatment of hypersalivation
If ptyalism is mild, solutions based on chamomile, water pepper or viburnum fruits can be used for rinsing. However, it is better not to self-medicate (especially since folk remedies do not solve the problem) and consult a doctor. After collecting an anamnesis, checking the act of swallowing and the state of the oral cavity, as well as calculating the amount of saliva secreted, a treatment regimen is determined .

The choice of therapeutic measures depends on the clinical presentation and the underlying cause. Increased salivation is usually just a sign of another pathology, so other specialists may be involved in the treatment, in particular, a dentist, neurologist or gastroenterologist. For example, if ptyalism is caused by gastritis, then drugs that affect acidity are prescribed. In diseases of the oral cavity that provoke salivation, the existing pathology is also first eliminated. The most problematic is the treatment of hypersalivation that has developed against the background of mental disorders or neurological diseases.

Common methods include saliva suppressants, cold therapy, injections, and massage to strengthen the muscles of the mouth. In especially difficult cases, they resort to irradiation or removal of large salivary glands. Elimination of increased salivation in children has some features, for which speech therapy massage sessions are additionally recommended to normalize the act of swallowing. Prevention ptyalism at any age is the prevention of development or timely treatment of diseases that provoke it. Adults also need to choose the right diet and not abuse bad habits.

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When is the right time to take your child to a speech therapist?

The speech of babies sometimes amuses and touches. And her defects seem funny and harmless to many parents. “Voice of Cherepovets” went to the specialists of the Cherepovets Center for Psychological, Pedagogical, Medical and Social Assistance to find out whether it is necessary to go to a speech therapist with a child under three years old and how early speech development methods and “talking” toys affect this very speech?

Whenever gugu . Speech therapist teacher Elena Makartseva told us when and why you need to contact a speech therapist. The specialist identified seven main reasons.

1. If a child at a very early age (before a year) does not have cooing and babbling.

“He can babble in different ways. This is both “khhh”, and “gee”, “agu”, “aha”. Then syllables appear: “didi”, “gigi”, “bubu”, “tata”. You need to be wary if the baby is already a year old, and he still hasn’t got babbling words. He does not understand the addressed speech and does not perform well-known actions with objects at the request of his parents, says the speech therapist. – For example, he does not turn his head in response to questions: “Where is dad? Woman?” And also does not respond to his name.

If after a year the baby does not pronounce about 8-10 words like “kit-kit”, “yum”, this is also a reason to consult.

2. If by two or two and a half years the child uses too little vocabulary, does not speak in phrases or does not speak at all. He does not understand or poorly understands the speech addressed to him, does not know how to express his desires and goals in simple words and expressions.

“By the age of two and a half, as a rule, the baby already pronounces elementary phrases, combining two or three words. For example, “give pi” (give me a drink), “papa bi” (dad left), explains Elena Viktorovna . “If at this age a child understands well the speech of adults addressed to him, but can express his desires only with gestures, cannot formulate simple phrases like “I want to eat” or “I want to drink”, it is necessary to visit a neurologist and a speech therapist with him.

3. Until the age of three, the baby was silent, and then began to speak actively. At the same time, he speaks in “his own” language, where there are almost no clear and simple words.

In addition, if by the age of three the child retains increased salivation: “During speaking, drooling flows, and the baby does not swallow it, cannot perform simple movements with the organs of articulation. For example, stick out your tongue or hold your lips in a smile for five seconds.”

4. If the child understands everything but does not want to speak. “Just very stubborn,” the parents reassure themselves.

5. If the child is “choking” with speech, he is in a hurry to express his thoughts.

“This happens when there is not enough exhalation for a phrase and the child gets air in the middle of a word. As a result, we hear fragments of words turning into a set of vowels, the pace of speech is very fast, the child inhales convulsively, trying to express his thought.

6. If the child does not strive to communicate with peers and adults, to joint subject-practical activities, is not interested in others. Plays alone or participates only in “non-verbal” games, reluctantly answers questions from an adult, tries to answer with gestures.

7. If the child speaks strongly through the nose. Nasal, or, as it is called, strong nasalization of the voice, is also a reason to go to a speech therapist.

Talking toys. We wondered if there would be an effect of advanced development if a technique aimed at overcoming lagging speech development is applied to a child with normally developing speech. This question was answered by Anna Shalkina , teacher-defectologist of the Cherepovets Center for Psychological, Pedagogical, Medical and Social Assistance:

— It must be remembered that each child develops at his own pace, along his own educational trajectory. Advanced development is characteristic, as a rule, of more gifted children. Thus, the use of techniques aimed at overcoming lagging speech development for teaching normally developing children is unlikely to contribute to advanced development, it can only help the child more fully learn the norms of his native language. It is better to start any classes according to a certain methodology after a preliminary consultation with a specialist.

– There is a tendency to teach the child the first words with the help of “talking” toys. How useful is it?

— “Talking” toys, of course, provide the necessary emotional load. They are able to interest the child, assist in training, education, development – in particular, auditory perception, fine motor skills, thinking, memory develop, – says Anna Nikolaevna. – However, they are more often interesting to the child only for a short time. Children do not play with them, but learn the functions. In part, such toys somewhat hinder the creative potential of children, hinder the development of communication skills. Having studied the possibilities of one toy, the child demands another one from his parents, and when mom and dad buy an ordinary doll, a car, a soft toy, he does not like them. The kid is already used to “independent” toys that entertain him in different ways. And here you need to roll the car, imagine how it flashes its headlights, etc.

Inna Anokhina, newspaper “Voice of Cherepovets”

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Help baby when teething

If your baby is just worried about teething, constantly salivating, sucking on his fingers or trying to scratch his gums with something, it is quite easy to help your baby:

Get some very soft wipes and constantly wipe the saliva. This will protect the baby from irritation of the skin of the face. When sleeping, put a napkin under your baby’s head to absorb involuntary saliva.

Be sure to buy high-quality special silicone toys for developing gums – teethers, or special rings with liquid so that the baby can gnaw them. The liquid makes the rings softer and pleasantly cools the gums (the rings can be stored in the refrigerator). Do not save – take only branded, certified products. After all, this is the health of your beloved child.

Periodically massage the gums with a special nozzle, or just with your finger (wash your hands thoroughly, nails are short, with neatly finished edges), you can use a moistened gauze pad. This procedure will also prevent the occurrence of stomatitis (“Stomatitis in infants – types, causes, symptoms”).

Breastfeeding your baby often is a great way to soothe him and relieve itchy gums.

Some babies are happy to suck and gnaw bagels, a crust of bread, an apple without a peel – offer it, it’s a good distraction.

It is strictly forbidden to lubricate the gums with various medications without a doctor’s prescription, to give the baby pills and potions on your own. Only a specialist – a pediatrician or pediatric dentist can prescribe an ointment or gel to relieve pain, while a preliminary test for allergic reactions is mandatory. Although ointments and gels with lidocaine (Kamistad, Calgel) are sold without a prescription, it is impossible to lubricate the baby’s gums without checking, because if the baby is allergic to lidocaine, the baby may experience anaphylactic shock. For allergy sufferers, the doctor prescribes a special Baby Doctor ointment or others.

Try to distract the child, more time to play with him, walk.

When should I see a doctor?

It is imperative to consult a pediatrician if the following signs of teething are observed in a child:

high fever;

vomiting;

diarrhea;

coryza;

cough;

skin rashes;

convulsions;

persistent drowsiness;

prolonged irritability, capriciousness.

Such symptoms should in any case be a reason to see a doctor. Often, parents, on the advice of grandmothers, attribute everything to the fact that the child is teething, the temperature, they say, is in all children. And here it is not. Most children tolerate tooth growth without fever. And fever is a sign of most diseases. Therefore, it is possible to miss the onset of some disease or pathological process that coincides with the period of teething.

Why does the temperature appear? The fact is that at the site of the eruption of the tooth, the gum swells, which is associated with raising the tooth and an increased influx of biologically active substances. The body reacts to this with a protective increase in temperature – to prevent infection of the gums cut with sharp edges. Tooth temperature lasts one or two days. If the child tolerates it easily, is not prone to convulsions, and the doctor does not find other reasons for the increase in temperature, then it is not necessary to bring it down to 38 degrees. In the case of a longer rise in temperature, an examination of the baby and a doctor’s consultation are necessary.

Should alert vomiting in a child during teething, in case of exclusion of other causes of this condition. All changes in the gastrointestinal tract have a fairly simple explanation: during this period, it secretes a lot of saliva and the child constantly swallows it often, which causes increased secretion of gastric juice and vomiting (rare), as well as increased intestinal motility, which means that appears diarrhea in a child during teething. Diarrhea occurs rarely (2-3 times a day), watery discharge, lasts no longer than 2 days. If diarrhea is more frequent, prolonged, streaked with blood, with fever and refusal to eat, urgently seek help from a medical institution – this may be an intestinal infection that the baby brought in when combing the gums. In this case, treatment in a hospital is indicated, since the patient’s condition can deteriorate very quickly due to dehydration.