The appearance of teeth in babies, unfortunately, does not always proceed normally. Most often, the baby's mood changes, he cries, is naughty. Moreover, the baby's anxiety is so strong that the parents simply do not know what to do and where to run. This is a difficult period for the baby, and parents need to know how to behave in this situation.
The order of teething in children
Most often, a child's teeth begin to appear by 6 months. By the year, there are usually 8 of them. The order of teething is influenced by heredity, as well as the nutrition of the child. In the table below, only the average time of their eruption. You need to rely on it, but in no way take it as a standard.
The order of eruption of milk teeth
1. The first incisors located on the lower jaw - by 6-9 months.
2. The first incisors located on the upper jaw - by 7-10 months.
3. The second incisors (otherwise, lateral) located on the lower jaw - by 9-12 months.
4. The second incisors located on the upper jaw - by 9-12 months.
5. The first molars located on the upper jaw - by 12-18 months.
6. The first molars located on the lower jaw - by 13-19 months
7. Fangs at the top - by 16-20 months.
8. Fangs below - by 17-22 months
9. Second molars, located on the lower jaw - by 20-33 months.
10. Second molars, located on the upper jaw - by 24-36 months
Until recently, it was believed that if a baby's teeth erupt later than expected, then he will definitely have rickets. This is absolutely not true. Studies have shown that the late appearance of teeth in children is quite normal. Also, the wrong order of teething in babies is not a disadvantage. Problems with "wrong position" of the teeth will stop as soon as the first 16 pieces appear, because when the baby begins to chew, he will grind his teeth together and they will fall into place.
Problems to worry about
Parents need to beware if teeth:
1. Appear more than 2 months late.
2. They erupt 1-2 months ahead of time.
3. There is already at the birth of the baby.
4. Grow outside the dentition.
5. Erupt in the wrong order, or when some don't appear at all.
6. They themselves are malformed.
If the above cases occur, you should consult your doctor.
Processand the order of teething may be accompanied by fever, diarrhea, skin rashes, and the occurrence of seizures (extremely rare). In addition, the crumbs begin to drool, he gnaws everything, sleeps and eats poorly, etc.
What to do
The most important thing that a child needs during this period is affection and care. Other methods of assistance include:
1. Use of a variety of teethers that ease the child's suffering.
2. gum massage. To do this, wrap a gauze cloth around your finger, soak it in cold water and gently massage your gums.
3. The use of drugs that freeze pain and relieve inflammation of the gums. Just be sure to check with your doctor. You can also use homeopathic preparations.
Parents need to know the order of teething in their baby, as well as from an early age to teach him to take care of oral he alth. Proper nutrition of the child, hygiene, visiting the dentist, early accustoming the child to a toothbrush and paste will help him keep a beautiful smile for a long time, his teeth are he althy, and his mood is great.
