Common Teething Signs
Common Teething Signs
Common signs of teething include irritability, disrupted sleep, inflammation and swelling of the gums, drooling, and a rash around the mouth.
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Infant Dentistryin Central Texas
Infant Dentistry
in Central Texas
Seeing a dentist from a very young age allows your child to become more familiar with the process, allows them to get personalized care, and helps encourage a better attitude toward dentistry as your child ages and grows. At Kids Tooth Team,provide gentle pediatric care for kids of all ages, including infants. Contact us for a consultation today. We have three office locations in Buda, South Austin, Kyle, and Pflugerville, TX!
When Should My Infant See the Dentist?
When Should My Infant See the Dentist?
Bringing an infant to the dentist may seem strange, since infant children typically don’t have most of their teeth. But did you know that the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that infants see the dentist when they turn 1, or within 6 months of getting their first tooth?
At Kids Tooth Team, we provide gentle care for young kids. With a “knee-to-knee exam," you’ll hold your infant child on your lap as one of our dentists cleans their teeth and gums and assesses their oral health.
After your child’s consultation, you can discuss your child’s oral health with their doctor, ask any questions you may have about their oral development, and get all the information you need to care for their smile as they grow.
Signs of Teething & What to Do
Signs of Teething & What to Do
Most infants begin to get their first tooth around 6 months of age, though it may take longer for some kids. Knowing what is normal and how to care for your little one during this time can help set them up for a lifetime of smiles!
Caring for Teething Infants
Caring for Teething Infants
You don’t need to do anything special to deal with teething. If your child is very uncomfortable and cranky, you can soothe their gums by rubbing them with a clean finger or cold washcloth, or rubbing a cold spoon on their gums.
Help Soothe Discomfort
Help Soothe Discomfort
Teething rings, which are usually made of soft silicone, can also allow your child to bite and put pressure on their teeth and gums, which helps with the discomfort of teething.
Caring for Your Infant's Smile
Caring for Your Infant's Smile
Setting your infant up for a lifetime of oral health is simple!
Avoid Future Issues
Avoid Future Issues
As long as you maintain proper at-home oral care, feed your infant a healthy diet, and see one of our dentists for a six-month teeth cleaning and oral exam, you will be able to avoid common problems like tooth decay and plaque buildup on the gums. So make sure to follow the doctor's instructions to care for your child’s mouth, and be consistent about oral care for your infant as they grow.
Regular Cleaning & Brushing
Regular Cleaning & Brushing
When your child doesn’t have any teeth, you simply need to wipe their gums with a clean washcloth after they feed. Once your child gets their first tooth, you should clean it with a grain-of-rice-sized dab of toothpaste on a soft-bristled baby toothbrush, and continue to do so as their other teeth emerge.
You should brush your infant’s teeth and gums at least twice per day, ideally once in the morning and once at night after their final feeding. This is the best way to keep their teeth and gums healthy.
Signs of Teething & What to Do
Signs of Teething & What to Do
Most infants begin to get their first tooth around 6 months of age, though it may take longer for some kids. Knowing what is normal and how to care for your little one during this time can help set them up for a lifetime of smiles!
Common Teething Signs
Common Teething Signs
Common signs of teething include irritability, disrupted sleep, inflammation and swelling of the gums, drooling, and a rash around the mouth.
Caring for Teething Infants
Caring for Teething Infants
You don’t need to do anything special to deal with teething. If your child is very uncomfortable and cranky, you can soothe their gums by rubbing them with a clean finger or cold washcloth, or rubbing a cold spoon on their gums.
Help Soothe Discomfort
Help Soothe Discomfort
Teething rings, which are usually made of soft silicone, can also allow your child to bite and put pressure on their teeth and gums, which helps with the discomfort of teething.
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Schedule Your Little One's First Visit Today!
Schedule Your Little One's First Visit Today!
Get your kiddo in for their first trip to the dentist by their first birthday, or within 3 months of their first tooth!
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