Dental thrust in baby, one more step to take

A dental thrust, that is to say?

A baby's life is constantly punctuated by growth and learning of all kinds.Thus, around the age of 6 months, it is naturally to his teeth to enter into stage."A dental thrust is the appearance of milk teeth, in the form of buds, which gradually pierces the gum to appear in baby's mouth."A sometimes impressive advance for parents, and above all painful for the baby:" It is one of the first pain experienced by the child, it can be disturbing ", agrees Dr. Amzalag, dental surgeon in Paris and co-authorWith Alain Amzalag de and if your dentist could save your life!(Hugo New Life, 2020)

How long does the breakthrough last?

It is not always a pleasure as the professional indicates:

All this multiplied by the number of milk teeth, it is a real obstacle course that takes place in this little mouth.

When does baby make his teeth?

The milk teeth are generally promised between the 6th month and the 24th month, 2 years, but it is an average.There are many variations between babies, some earlier, others slower.There is no fear of having these intervals, and at the age of about 30 months, the child has all his milk teeth.

What are the first baby's teeth?How many milk teeth?

From about 6th month, the child sees the bottom teeth appear in his mouth, the two central incisors, then those at the top.Thereafter, the other teeth will push one by one, from the center to the sides: the side incisors then the canines and finally the premolars.This means that at around 24 months old, the child already has 20 milk teeth in place, 10 at the top and 10 at the bottom.

Incisors, canines, molars...It's for when ?

How do I know if my baby makes his teeth?

The event often leaves little doubt to parents: several signs typical of dental thrust testify to palpable discomfort, nevertheless benign.Some babies combine all symptoms, others not.The most frequent symptoms are:

Should you consult your pediatrician in the event of symptoms?

For the dentist, no need to rush to his doctor for each dental thrust."Some babies tolerate pushes less well than others but there is no complication to watch at the dental level," he reassures.On the other hand, if the quality of life of the baby is altered, that he does not sleep at all, or that he no longer drinks, it is better to consult to verify that there is nothing else in question, asDehydration.

How to relieve dental thrust in baby?

Although normal, the pain sometimes tested by the child in the gum during these dental thrusts can be confusing.The parent will then want to do everything to relieve his baby as well as possible.Fortunately, there are a few gestures and reflexes that can help baby better support their in progress.

A gum massage

For the specialist, it is quite possible to gently massage the gum of your baby: "With a clean finger, or a linen, the massage directly of the gum can relieve the baby temporarily.»»

Refrigerated rings

Among the rings that baby can bite at leisure, the dentist particularly advises the dentition rings that can be placed for a few minutes in the fridge (refrigerator) so that the child can bite on his please. « La sensation de froid a un effet antalgique assez efficace et rapide sur la douleur, les anneaux faits pour être mordus sont très pratiques pour cela»», convient-il.

Paracetamol

Dosed according to age, paracetamol is still the most suitable painkiller if the child suffers from dental thrust.

Dental frost

Dental gels are sold in pharmacies, and also invite the parent to massage of the gum, but with a slight anesthetic effect or temporary fresh to relieve baby during the breakthrough.

Homeopathy to soothe baby

Homeopathic solutions also exist to soothe the child.For Doctor Amzalag, the important thing is to find the best way to relieve, even if it means trying several methods to see the one that will bring the most comfort during the thrust.

Amber necklaces and bread croutons: strongly discouraged

In traditional methods to relieve the child during dental thrusts still persists the trend of the amber collar with soothing properties. « C’est aujourd'hui déconseillé»», avance le Dr Amzalag. « Plus de 30 décès ont été recensés dans les années 2000 par l'hôpital Necker»», ajoute-t-il.The risk is that of a strangulation with the pearls or with the necklace itself.A more recent study (2012) (source 1) also insists on the dangerousness of said necklace.

The crust of bread that is given to the child is also to be avoided."In this case, there is also a risk of false road for the child, you have to be very vigilant. S'il doit mordre quelque chose, mieux vaut choisir un anneau de dentition»», précise le spécialiste.

Should we already brush your brand new teeth?

Good habits are taken from the first age, those concerning the care too.Especially since cavities can appear from the breakthrough of the milk teeth. Il est donc tout à fait possible et conseillé de débuter le brossage tout de suite : « Dès qu'il y a des dents on peut commencer à brosser»», confirme le Dr Amzalag."Thus the child can meet the toothbrush, chew it, familiarize themselves...This is a first step towards brushing.

Then you can also brush the small teeth, choosing a very soft brush adapted to its age, which will eliminate dental plaque.Finally, at this age, do not hesitate to gently clean his gum with a wet compress after each meal to eliminate food debris which will also form dental plaque.»» Avec tous ces soins, bébé est bien parti pour prendre la vie avec le sourire !

Source 1: "Port of dentition necklaces in infants", study of the Toulouse CHU on the danger of Amber necklaces, 2012.

Documentary source: Capitaldents.com, the online medico-dental encyclopedia.