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Baby (primary) Teeth
What are the signs of
teething?
How can I help him when he's teething?
When do teeth come in?
When do teeth fall out?
Should we brush?
What about soothers and thumbs?
Vitamins for healthy teeth?
Can bedtime bottles really harm her teeth?
Q: What are the signs
of teething?
A: Good Question!! This can differ immensely from baby
to baby. Some babies just wake up one morning with teeth, some
can go through painful discomfort, as agonizing for the parents as for
the baby.
Common symptoms include:
* crankiness
* lack of appetite
* change in sleep patterns, sleeplessness
* drooling, excessive saliva
* pink or red cheeks
* chewing or sucking on fingers and toys
* upset tummy
* coughing
* occasionally a slight fever
If your baby should get a high temperature, seek medical attention.
Q: How can I help him
when he's teething?
A: Nothing can be harder than to see your baby
hurting. There are a few things that you can do to help alleviate
some of the discomfort.
* Teething accessories can be purchased. The rubbery ones and
the liquid filled ones. Do not put these in the freezer!!! This can
freeze your baby or cause frostbite. Make sure they are clean and
let baby chew away!
* A cold wet cloth for baby to suck on can help soothe the gums, and
it keeps baby busy too!
Pain and teething medications should be used only the advice from your doctor or
pediatrician.
Q: When do teeth come
in?
A: Please refer to the chart. (CLICK HERE for an image)
These dates are just a guideline. Teeth can come in much earlier or later. Teething
time can be a family characteristic, or genetic.
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UPPER |
LOWER |
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Central Incisors |
7-12 months |
6-10 months |
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Lateral Incisors |
9-13 months |
7-16 months |
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Canines |
16-22 months |
16-23 months |
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First Molars |
13-19 months |
12-18 months |
Second Molars |
25-33 months |
20-31 months |
Q: When do teeth fall out?
A: Please refer to the chart. (CLICK HERE for an image)
These dates are just a guideline. Teeth can fall out earlier or later.
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UPPER |
LOWER |
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Central Incisors |
6-8 years |
6-8 years |
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Lateral Incisors |
7-8 years |
7-8 years |
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Canines |
10-12 years |
9-12 years |
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First Molars |
9-11 years |
9-11 years |
Second Molars |
10-12 years |
10-12 years |
Q: Should we brush?
A: Dental hygiene is just as important for
these little teeth as it is for the permanent teeth. These little
teeth need to be healthy for 6-12 years until the permanent teeth are in.
"Brushing" can start before the teeth are even in to get your baby
accustomed to having something poking around in his mouth. Try a small
piece of clean gauze wrapped around your finger and wipe the teeth and/or
gums clean after feedings. When using a tooth brush, use the same
method adults are taught... brush up, the way the tooth grows, to avoid
catching food in the gums.
Q: What about soothers
and thumbs?
A: This seems to be mostly a matter of opinion. Prolonged use of either of these,
could possibly alter the teeth growth. Some say one is better than the other, but
the parent and the child are the only only ones who can decide what is best for that
child.
Q: Vitamins for
healthy teeth?
A: Calcium is of course very important in the development and
maintenance of
teeth. Vitamin D helps the teeth use the calcium efficiently. Vitamin A is
needed for normal enamel formation. A well balanced, healthy diet is the best bet
yet!
Q: Can bedtime
bottles really harm her teeth?
A: If your baby receives a bedtime bottle, or falls asleep while nursing, now may
be a good time to break that habit. Lactose can play a big part in tooth
decay. The saliva that normally helps to wash the mouth, decreases during sleep,
leaving the sugars to do their dirty work on those little teeth.
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