Pediatric Dentist: How to Ease Your Baby’s Teething Process
While your child’s first tooth may be an exciting event as a new parent, teething can also be stressful for both you and your baby. Our pediatric dentistry team has helped many parents who worry about the teething process their child is going through. As such, the pediatric dentistry team at Parkcrest Dental Group would like to share a few tips that can help your child’s teething process be much more comfortable. Related Post: Pediatric Dentistry: What To Know About Your Baby’s First Teeth (Part I)Signs Your Baby Has Begun Teething
Other than your baby’s tooth poking through their gums, there are a few symptoms you can be on the lookout for that signal that teething has begun. If you notice that your child has red, swollen gums, it is likely that a tooth is trying to emerge. Also, teething babies often will begin chewing on items in order to relieve pressure on their gums. Babies will often become more fussy than usual, especially at night. While most newborns are fussy from time to time, if your baby is more unsettled than usual, it may be because their teeth are emerging. Our pediatric dentistry team recommends looking out for these symptoms when your baby is three months old. While this time frame is earlier than most babies, some children exhibit these signs around six months. Other children will not begin teething until after their first birthday. Related Post: Pediatric Dentistry Advice: When To Start Brushing Baby TeethHow to Soothe a Teething Baby
Once you notice that the teething process has begun, you can begin a few practices to help ease your baby’s pain. Gently rubbing their gums with a clean finger or a small spoon can be soothing. You can also obtain a teething toy for your baby to chew on. Ensure that the teething toy does not have liquid-filled rings that could be pierced by your child’s new teeth. Other parents swear by a frozen washcloth for easing teething pain. Many pediatric dentists recommend avoiding oral anesthetics as they only offer short-term relief.Schedule a Visit with a Pediatric Dentist When the First Tooth Emerges
Many parents are unsure when to schedule their child’s first visit with a pediatric dentist. It is recommended that you schedule an appointment as soon as the first tooth emerges. If your baby is teething, now may be the time to schedule a visit at Parkcrest Dental Group. Our pediatric dentist, Dr. Stuart Scott and his team are dedicated to providing excellent dental service to children of all ages. If you are interested in learning more about healthy dental habits for your child, contact Dr. Scott today at 1-417-887-1220.
