Dr. Ana Aznar
Question:
When do babies start teething? I feel like my baby is starting really early.
Dr. Ana’s Answer:
Most babies get their first tooth at around 6 months. But think that all babies are different, some babies are born with a tooth, others start teething before they are 4 months old, and others get their first tooth after their first birthday.
The two top front teeth are usually the first to appear. The two top central teeth usually come next.
Most children will have all their milk teeth by the time they are between 2 and 3 years old.
Sometimes teething babies can have symptoms, such as:
- Chewing on objects
- Drooling more than usual
- Crankiness
- A face rash
- Sore of tender gums
- A slight rise in temperature but no fever
Many parents believe that teething causes fever, crying, and diarrhoea but these symptoms tend to have other causes.
Treatments to Soothe Sore Gums
- Rub your baby’s gums
- Cool gums with cold teething rings of dummies
- Give your baby pain medicine such as paracetamol
Do not use remedies such as homeopathic teething tablets or teething necklaces, bracelets or anklets
I hope this information helps. I wish you all the best to you and your baby.
Love,
Ana
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