Drooling, crankiness, and irritability are some of the telltale signs that a baby is teething. If your baby is exhibiting any of these signs, it may be time to consider how best to approach the teething stage of his or her development. With help from the pediatric dental experts at Pediatric Dentistry Kahala, you’ll be able to develop just the right plan to help your baby through this painful phase.

To help you prepare for your baby’s teething struggles, here are three remedies that might be helpful:

• Gum Massages: Considered one of the most tried and true ways to soothe your baby’s sore gums, massages are quick, simple, and effective. Simply use a sanitized finger to put a bit of pressure on the gums to ease the pain of teething.
• Teething Gels: If your baby is over four months old, you may be able to use teething gel to ease his or her discomfort. Most teething gels contain a mild anesthetic that numbs the gums and makes the pain a bit more tolerable. Should you choose to use a gel, be sure that it’s designated specifically for youngsters.
• Over-The-Counter Pain Reliever: When teething pain is particularly difficult to soothe, you may be able to opt for an over-the-counter pain reliever such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Typically requiring a pediatrician’s approval, these medications work great for those stressful episodes that involve middle-of-the-night crying fits.

To learn more about kids’ dentistry or to schedule your child’s first dental visit, give Pediatric Dentistry Kahala in Honolulu a call at (808) 737-0076 or visit them online.