How to solve your baby’s teething troubles

A pretty big milestone for any baby is the growing of teeth. Unfortunately, there may be some pain involved. While some babies may not exhibit signs of annoyance where a new tooth is concerned, others may find themselves nagged by the itch. We asked UAE-based dentist Marcela Barreto about how to catch the first signs of teething and how to help alleviate any ache.

Typically, at what age does a child grow teeth?

“Teething is a part of your baby’s development that, although timing varies, starts between four to seven months,” says Barreto.

What are some signs of teething?

The most common symptoms, she explains, are:

How can you reduce discomfort?

Barreto says teething can usually be handled at home, here are some evidence based treatments to reduce your baby’s discomfort:

What should you not do?

When is it time to contact a doctor for help?

“Contact the doctor if your baby seems too uncomfortable or if there are other symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, runny nose or inconsolable crying,” says Barreto.

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