10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR TOT'S TEETH
Credit : freepik.com WHEN TEETH ERUPT Your baby is born with 20 teeth below the gums, and they usually start coming through between 6 months and a year. Most children have their full set of teeth by 3 years old. TEETHING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Teething can be a rite of passage for babies and parents alike. As their teeth come in, some babies may become fussy, sleepless and irritable, lose their appetite or drool more than usual. Diarrhea, rashes and a fever are not caused by teething. If your baby has a fever or diarrhea while teething or continues to be cranky and uncomfortable, call your physician. WHEN TO START BRUSHING WITH TOOTHPASTE Decay can happen as soon as teeth first appear. If you see some pearly whites peeking out when your little one smiles, it's time to pick up a tube of fluoride toothpaste. Find one with the ADA Seal of Acceptance. HOW MUCH TOOTHPASTE TO USE It doesn't take much to clean your child's teeth. Until you