Symptoms of baby teeth erupting in children

Symptoms of teething in children under one year old

Swelling of the gums

. The tissue structures of muscle tissue change under the influence of an erupting tooth. During this period, changes occur in the muscle tissue: the mucous membrane increases slightly in size, the gums acquire a reddish tint. There is no reason to worry. The closer the cutter is to the surface, the more noticeable the white spot becomes.

Runny nose

. Blood circulation in the gums during teething is activated, which causes increased gland function and an increase in mucus. During this period, it is important to prevent the mucus from drying out in the nose: rinse the nasal passages, do not overheat or dry out the air in the room, and drink plenty of water.

Medications to relieve teething symptoms

Many parents are confident that their baby will cope with the problem on his own without additional medications. But often this confidence disappears the moment they are not confronted with it firsthand. When, tired of screaming under the influence of the baby’s suffering, they go to the pharmacy, they get lost and don’t know which drug to choose. The following medications relieve teething symptoms:

Dantinorm baby . Sold in solution form. It is a homeopathic remedy for pain relief and also combats indigestion. The cost is about 300 rubles.
Dentokind . Homeopathic remedy for children. For 150 tablets you will need to pay 700 rubles. The medicine relieves all symptoms of teething: nasal congestion, diarrhea, fever. The tablet should be dissolved in a teaspoon of water and allowed to be swallowed by the baby.
Kamistad gel . It has an anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, regenerating and antiseptic effect. Consists of lidocaine and chamomile extract. It is not recommended to give to babies under 3 months. The cost is approximately 150 rubles per 10 grams.
Dentinox . Sold in the form of a gel or solution. Relieves pain and gum inflammation. Even if the baby swallows a little gel, it will not cause harm to the body. The price is about 180 rubles per 10 grams.
Holisal . Form - gel. For 10 grams you need to pay approximately 330 rubles. The action is analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic. Sometimes an allergic reaction occurs, which is expressed in a short-term burning sensation.
Kalgel . Sold in gel form. The main component is lidocaine. Indicated for children over 5 months. It gives a weak analgesic effect and sometimes causes an allergic reaction in the body.

Homeopathic medicines and gels do not always have a positive effect during teething; pain is almost always present. Therefore, the child needs pain medication. A suitable medication is selected for his age:

Paracetamol for children . Sold as a suspension. Acts against pain and fever. Do not give it to your child for more than 3 days in a row.
Panadol in the form of suppositories or suspension . The drug is based on paracetamol. Candles are convenient for a very small baby.
Nurofen for children . Suspension. Contains ibuprofen. A single dose can provide long-term relief from pain.

During teething, the use of Aspirin is contraindicated, since it is completely unsuitable for children as a painkiller or antipyretic.

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When do babies start teething?

The formation of tooth buds begins in utero. Surprised? However, this is true. Exactly 20 teeth are hidden deep in the gums when the baby is born. Is there any order for baby teething? Yes and no.

Each child has individual development. This doesn't just apply to teeth. At the same time, there is a certain sequence of teething in a child. The table below contains general information on the timing of teething in children.

The sequence of teething in a child may differ from all diagrams and tables. Every mother who has gone through all the stages of teeth growth could create not only her own teething table, but also a diagram of the baby’s behavior during teething.

So, at the age of 3 to 8 months, the period when the central incisors appear, children sleep poorly, struggle with literally every meal and... cry.

With the appearance of the first molars, the “one-year-olds” not only become capricious, but also often have a fever. The parents' joy is gradually replaced by headaches and lack of sleep...

Uncharacteristic symptoms

Sometimes parents try to attribute symptoms to a condition rather than find the actual cause. This happens with teething in children. If the symptoms are somewhat more pronounced, do not immediately attribute it to the teeth.

Here are the symptoms you shouldn't have:

body temperature above 38.5 degrees;
repeated vomiting and diarrhea for several days;
severe and prolonged cough;
runny nose with yellow or green snot;
any bleeding.

If pronounced symptoms appear in both infants and older children, you should consult a pediatrician and rule out serious causes and diseases with similar symptoms.

It is very important to monitor the symptoms of teething at any age and distinguish them from signs of diseases not related to teeth.

Author: Sukhorukova Anastasia Andreevna, pediatrician

Doctor Komarovsky about the first teeth

If something went wrong...

Yes, sometimes deviations occur during the teething process: the appearance of teeth is significantly delayed or teeth appear in the wrong sequence. Possible causes may be heredity, maternal illnesses during pregnancy, calcium deficiency, and birth trauma.

Delayed tooth eruption may be associated with general delays in growth and development. The reason for this may be pathological abnormalities such as rickets and adentia (lack of tooth buds).

If the delay occurs within 2-3 months, then this is absolutely normal. If your child's delay is really significant, you need to visit a pediatrician. The doctor may prescribe medications and calcium-containing vitamins to normalize mineral metabolism. Adentia can only be determined by a dentist after a radiovisiographic examination.

There is an observation that first-born children develop teeth earlier than second and third children. It happens that children born to young parents erupt teeth later than those born to older parents. It happens that a child is born with teeth already erupted. Such teeth are removed because they have not completed their formation and are defective. In any case, there is no need to panic! There are exceptions to any rules.

The child is teething. How to relieve pain? How to help?

There is simply no universal remedy suitable for everyone. Children experience this important stage in their lives in different ways. Even the same baby will react differently to the appearance of a new tooth. One you simply won’t notice, the other you will remember like a bad dream.

Let's try to systematize ways that will help both relieve pain during teething in babies and eliminate it altogether.

1. Distraction. New faces, objects, toys, music - the same new sensations as pain. If the baby switches his attention to something unusual, not frightening, you may even be able to cheer him up.

2. Rodents and teethers, brushes. All this will help relieve painful itching from the gums.

3. Gel for teething in infants - as a radical remedy for getting rid of pain - is recommended only if you follow the dosage regimen specified in the instructions. It is allowed to use dental gels no more than 6 times a day. The effect of local anesthesia does not last long, and parents often resort to increasing the frequency of use of gels. However, violation of the dosage regimen can lead to severe intoxication of the child’s body, which threatens to disrupt the functioning of the child’s heart, respiratory and digestive systems.

Pay attention to the composition of the gel! There are a number of active ingredients that can pose a serious danger. The danger of dental gels containing benzocaine is the high risk of methemoglobinemia, when methemoglobin displaces hemoglobin and tissues do not receive oxygen, which leads to severe hypoxia.

The lidocaine content in dental gels will provide only a short-term effect for 15-20 minutes. The results of clinical studies (1) have proven that there is a high probability of side effects such as dysfunction of the cardiovascular system, lungs, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract. That is why only a doctor can prescribe a dental gel containing benzocaine and lidocaine, and the use of such a product must be done with great caution.

A high risk of unwanted effects from the use of gels containing choline salicylate is reported in a number of scientific papers (2). Their action can cause Reye's syndrome (acute encephalopathy, liver failure).

4. Antipyretics. In case of fever, it is recommended to resort to antipyretic drugs once. It is forbidden to give antipyretics intended for adults. Teething is not characterized by a prolonged (more than 1–2 days) increase in body temperature. If the temperature during teething stays above 38 degrees for several days, it means that the appearance of a tooth is accompanied by some disease.

5. Decoctions of medicinal herbs (chamomile, lemon balm, mint, sage). These plants have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects. The decoction can be used to lubricate the baby's gums.

The dosed solution “Dantinorm Baby” is becoming increasingly popular. This is due to the fact that the effect of the drug occurs on average after 10 minutes and remains effective for about 8 hours. Thus, a 3-time appointment provides relief from the unpleasant sensations of teething during the day, which distinguishes the product from local anesthetic dental gels with short-term effectiveness. Dantinorm Baby uses only natural ingredients. The convenient shape of the mini-container with the drug allows you to use it not only at home, but also on the street, as well as in public places, while remaining confident in the exact dosage.

Ready for teething! Cheers!

Symptoms and signs of infants' first teeth

All babies experience the eruption of their first teeth differently: some go through this period steadily and relatively painlessly, while others suffer and suffer. It is difficult to explain what this difference depends on, but we can say with certainty that not a single newborn has had an absolutely comfortable teething process.

How can parents determine that their baby has started teething? There are several symptoms that are most common.

The baby's salivation increases, he begins to move his jaws more often, as if he is trying to chew something or massage his gums.
The child becomes more excitable, he may cry more often for no reason, be capricious, sleep poorly, and sometimes refuse to eat.
An increase in body temperature also indicates the appearance of the first teeth.
The baby may have diarrhea.
The gums become swollen and red, and itching appears. If such symptoms are present, the baby more often touches his mouth with his hands, tries to stick his fingers into it, and rubs his cheeks.
Teething is often accompanied by a weakened immune system. Against this background, the baby may develop a cough or runny nose.

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How to care for your first teeth?

As soon as babies teeth erupt, care can begin. First, parents brush the baby's first teeth with a piece of gauze moistened with boiled water or special napkins. When several teeth appear, you can master the silicone finger toothbrush.

As the child develops, it is important to teach him to brush his teeth at least 2 times a day after meals. If you show by example that you enjoy brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, your child will strive to repeat this.

A significant achievement in education and care will be limiting the intake of sweets. The protective properties of tooth enamel in children are low, so teeth are especially susceptible to caries.

Consult your dentist before using toothpaste. Today in stores and pharmacies you can see special baby pastes for infants. Please note that they must consist of natural ingredients and contain the necessary enzymes and calcium. A child can swallow the paste, so its composition is very important. The consistency of the paste is also important. A bright, unusual brush and a funny picture on the tube can lure your child into the cleaning process. It is necessary to explain to him why he needs to brush his teeth every day.

Symptoms when a child is teething

When teething, the gingival mucosa is damaged and aseptic (i.e., “germ-free”) inflammation occurs, which causes fever, diarrhea, sleep disturbances and the baby’s appetite. At the same time, as a result of damage, the gums become more vulnerable to infection and the occurrence of septic (i.e., “microbial”) inflammation, which can complicate the already difficult period of teething. Conventional drugs for the treatment of inflammation of the oral mucosa are not always convenient for use in young children. You should choose a drug intended for use in children. For example, Cholisal® has proven itself well. When applied topically, it has a triple effect, helping to relieve pain and inflammation and also acting on viruses, fungi and bacteria. The gel adhesive base helps to retain the active substances on the mucous membrane, prolonging their action¹. It is important to exercise caution when using in children under one year of age and consult a doctor first.

1. Instructions for use of the medicinal product for medical use Cholisal®. There are contraindications. You need to read the instructions or consult a specialist.

It can take about two months from the beginning of the active formation of a tooth to its appearance on the surface of the gum. You can notice the preparation of a child’s body for the appearance of teeth by the following signs:

Gums before eruption
The gum becomes inflamed due to injury from a growing tooth, its surface becomes red and swollen.
The discomfort that “develops” in the gums is accompanied by increased salivation. There is so much saliva that you have to change your baby's blouses or bibs several times a day because they get wet.
To relieve itchy gums, the baby instinctively puts things in his mouth and chews on any objects, including his own hands.
Discomfort prevents the child from eating normally, so his appetite decreases. The rate of weight gain may slow down.
At night, the itching continues to plague the baby, so his sleep becomes restless and is often interrupted by crying.

Immediately before the crowns emerge on the surface of the gums, the symptoms intensify and new signs are added:

Signs reminiscent of an intestinal infection: frequent regurgitation and diarrhea, in some children - constipation.
Symptoms suggestive of a respiratory infection include cough, runny nose and fever.
Sometimes a rash appears on the cheeks.
Immediately during teething, blood appears on the gums.

The appearance of lower incisors and molars is accompanied by less noticeable symptoms. If the upper teeth or canines are exposed, the discomfort may be more painful due to their anatomical features.