We all know that every child is unique.Similarly the teething pattern also vary from child to child.I would like to share few points related to teething which was shared with me by my pediatric dentist.Hope these tips are useful to all parents.

Avoid getting panic

Don't panic if your child don't get any teeth up til their first birthday.We need to consult a pediatric dentist only when the child does not develop any teeth by 15 to 18 months.

Symptoms of teething

a.Gum swelling

b.Drooling

c.Fussiness

d.Sleep problems

e.Biting behaviour

Remedies for drooling and Facial Rash

Drooling may often lead to facial rash.It would be seen around cheeks and chin.Always use a clean cotton cloth to wipe away the drool.Use petroleum jelly like Vaseline lotion to reduce the rashes.


Remedies for Fussiness

The children often express fussiness and irritability during teething.It is good to engage them in other activities which they like the most in order to make them forget the pain.

Remedies for Biting Behaviour

The children have a tendency to chew on things to get rid of the pain in their gums.It is good to provide them with teething rings and cold carrots to alleviate the pain.Use the teething rings after refrigeration.It will give a soothing effect.

Now,let us have a look at how to clean the toddler's teeth.

1.It is good to clean the teeth with a piece of wet cloth or a soft child tooth brush.

2.It is good to use fluoridated tooth paste only when the child is above 2 years.It is because children always have a tendency to swallow tooth paste as they don't know how to spit it out.

3.Always clean the tonque to dislodge the bacteria which may cause tooth decay and bad breath.

4.Use a pea sized drop of toothpaste to clean the teeth.

5.Change the brush once its bristles are weak and are out of shape.

6.Teach your toddler the proper and systematic way of brushing.

Hope these tips are useful to all!!!.