Right from birth, your kid experiences a lot of trouble such as constipation etc, but the real problem starts when your kid experiences a dental problem. The growth of first teeth is stressful not only for them but also for the whole family. Perplexed? You won’t be if you are a parent to a new-born. It is one of the most troublesome time periods for the baby and the family. 

Teething:

It is an extremely slow process wherein teeth start erupting out or breaking through the gums. It typically happens between the ages of 6 to 24 months. The first sign of teething is when your kid starts sticking their thumb or anything else that they can grab into their mouth. This is the time period when you can expect the teething problems to begin. During this period the kid becomes irritated, some even develop a fever. The primary reason why a kid puts his finger into his mouth is so that he can get some relief from the pain. A few of the other frequently observed symptoms are swollen gums, cough, and some diarrhea.

The sequence of tooth eruption:

For every kid how and when the teeth come out is very different and is also dependent upon family history. Usually, the first teeth appear in the lower front portion of the mouth which are followed by the front teeth in the upper portion and two on either side of those. These are followed by the appearance of taking it on either side of the lower front teeth. After those Molar teeth start appearing, followed by the back molars which are the last two appear.

Teething issues

Although teething is different for each baby, and both symptoms and length of time it takes for a tooth to make its appearance vary, many parents recognize the following signs:

• Irritability
• Biting and gnawing
• Gum swelling
• Chin (facial) rash
• Disrupted sleeping patterns
• Ear rubbing
• Drooling
• Decreased appetite

• Whereas the teething phase is generally not very painful for infants, there are times when it can be. You can anticipate a youngster to display some of the typical teething clinical symptoms even if there is no discomfort. 
• For instance, don't be shocked if your baby's gums swell up or if she starts to drool more than normal because tooth emergence causes an increase in salivation. She frequently bites or chews on anything she can get her hands on to help or encourage the process. Chafing and chin reddening can result from excessive slobbering. She might begin to wake up frequently at night.
• On the day before the teeth actually start to burst through the gums is typically when these sensations are most noticeable, starting around four days before the event and ending about three days after a tooth finally shows.

How to soothe a teething baby:

Every baby is different, but what might seem to work for one kid might not be sufficient for the other baby. One should try various thanks to provide a soothing effect some of them are listed below: 

• Putting something cold in your baby’s mouth such as a cold pacifier, spoon, or teething toy is reported to be very efficient for providing a soothing effect. The toys should not be too chilled. One should also ensure before putting anything in your kid’s mouth that it is clean.
•  For babies in the age range of 6 to 9 months, cold water from a sipper is a very good option.
• Gentle massaging on the gums with a clean and cold finger is also reported to have a soothing effect. 
• Unsweetened teething cracker can also be used for a soothing effect