puraDent TOPIC: teeth 00-20 - side effects of teething fever, salivation and pain!
post blogged on Christian Krischer the dental technician from dental Hirschaid puraDent, horror courtesy of proDente eV Many parents not to break when the offspring of the first teeth. Besides the joy of the associated development of the child, the first teeth come in very few cases without problems.
sleepless nights and a crying baby can make parents create. The uncertainty is often large. In itself, the teeth a natural thing that occurs in most cases without any major problems. However, the tooth its way through pine and gum line, allowing for the newborn is not always pleasant.
teething problems
With about 6 months the first teeth appear in the jaw. Fever, digestive problems or common colds are frequently attributed to the teething.
fact is, the first teeth come at a time in which the natural "nest protection gradually decreases and the immune system is more required. Runny nose, cough and ear pain have to do so only indirectly related to the teething. However
is the mouth as an entrance to the stomach and intestine closely with digestion. By teething equilibrium is disturbed in this area. Diarrhea and other digestive problems can be entirely attributed to teething.
The teeth need to push through pine and gum up. An increased flow of saliva during teething is therefore a normal side effect. The red cheeks during the eruption of the first teeth have their origin in general and in the greater production of saliva. The emergent saliva during the After irritate the skin.
first aid
gum massage: massaging the gums gently with clean fingers this can bring relief.
cooling: cold, at least temporarily stop the pain. Teethers in the fridge (not put in the freezer!) Or chilled carrots and turnips and pieces of bread crust can help.
chewing and biting: Increased chewing can build a counter-pressure to the erupting teeth and reduce the pain. During the teething babies are constantly seeking something to chew on them. This can be helped with teething rings and the like. When home remedies fail
, the dentist should be consulted and must be decided how far locally acting drugs are used.