Teething Tips

Teething Tips by Famhealth

From the time your child’s first tooth emerges to how much pain it causes, teething is a different experience for every child. Here’s how to spot the signs that your baby is teething so you know how to treat the discomfort.

These are common signs of teething:

  • Drooling
  • Swollen, bulging gums
  • A tooth visible below the gum
  • Irritability
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Trying to bite, chew, and suck on everything
  • Rubbing her face
  • Rejecting food
  • Grabbing her ears

If your teething baby seems uncomfortable, consider these simple tips:

  • Rub your baby’s gums. Use a clean finger or moistened gauze pad to rub your baby’s gums. All you need is a clean finger for this old-fashioned teething remedy. Gentle counter-pressure from Mom or Dad applied to a baby’s sore gums can help ease the pain of teething
  • Keep it cool. A cold washcloth, spoon or chilled teething ring can be soothing on a baby’s gums. Don’t give your baby a frozen teething ring, however. Contact with extreme cold can be harmful. Try hard foods   
  • Use cold or frozen objects. Giving cold or frozen objects to your baby to chew on can help distract them from crying. In addition, it puts the baby’s mouth and gums at ease. Another useful remedy for teething babies is ice cubes.
  • Soothe Painful Gums. Normally, babies are able to find items they can chew on to help relieve the pressure
  • Give Painkillers in a Safe Way if advised by Doctors.
  • Create a Nice Environment.
  • Feed Soft Foods.
  • Maintain Bedtime Routine.
  • Deal with the Cry.

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Tips for Healthy Teeth

Tips for Healthy Teeth for Famhealth
  • Brushing teeth two times a day- Most of us brush our teeth as soon as we wake up in the morning. However, an ideal brushing time is post breakfast in the morning and dinner in the evening. Doing so can protect your teeth and gums from infections.
  • Floss to have flawless teeth- Floss is thread like-material which you can easily available in market. A proper flossing removes plaque and food particles lodged in between your teeth. Flossing regularly cleanses the area in between our teeth and protects teeth against damage.
  • Eating too much sugary and sticky  foods harm teeth and slowly decay  teeth. Experts recommend the consumption of  sugary refined foods in moderation. Choose more of fresh and organic fruits and vegetables. They not only help to curb your sugar need but are an excellent source of fiber which naturally removes soft plaque from your teeth.
  • Protect teeth from injury. If you are a sportsperson it is good to wear a mouthguard or full-face helmet while playing sports. Children need to extra careful while during outdoor sports. In case of an injury immediately contact your nearby dentist to prevent a major damage.
  • See your dentist every six months- Having a regular dental check- up every six months can prevent your teeth against cavities and other dental problems. Your dentist will not only rectify any damage to the tooth but also can suggest you certain preventive measures to safeguard your teeth.