It’s really tough to see your child start teething and experience constant pain. Teething doesn’t just apply to babies; young children are still getting their permanent teeth as well and can experience pain when shedding their baby teeth and when the adult teeth come in. Some children develop at a slower rate than others. Any concerns speak to your pediatrician first then make a dental appointment for a checkup. Try these methods to help ease the discomfort during the different stages of development.
- Massage the gums. Try a teething oil or dissolvable teething tablets.
- Teethers/teething toys or cold washcloths. Try refrigerating them (make sure they are not too hard as it can hurt their gums).
- Freeze milk or yogurt with some fruit to make popsicles.
- Extra cuddling time.
- Pain medications. Speak to your pediatrician first about the use and proper dosage.
- Rinse with warm salt water to reduce the inflammation (children ages 6 and up).
- Keep the area clean as food can get trapped around the tooth and gum which can cause irritation and swelling.
We hope these teething tips help you take the best possible care of your child’s developing smile! Please give us a call if you have any questions or concerns about teething.