The two lower front teeth are usually the first to arrive at about 6-10 months of age. Teething continues until about 2 1/2 years old when the second primary molars erupt. During teething, the child's gums may look a little red and puffy, and they may experience excessive drooling and grouchiness. Other signs of teething may include loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, and transient low-grade fever. If your baby experiences: a high or prolonged fever, a rash, or vomiting, these are signs that something else may be wrong and you should consult your pediatrician.
To help relieve teething discomfort, you can give your child a cool teething ring or a frozen washcloth to chew on. The cold will help numb the gums and the chewing will help the new teeth cut through. Care must be taken not to allow your child to chew on objects that could break apart and pose a choking hazard. Infant Tylenol and preparations that numb the gums should be used sparingly and only as a last resort.
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