Baby's first teeth, when do they come out?

One of the most anticipated moments by parents is the appearance of the baby's first teeth, but when does it usually happen? At what age does the baby get the first tooth? Do not despair, because we anticipate that, sooner or later, these little pearls will emerge.

In general, the teething process begins between the fifth and eighth month of life. This does not mean that there are children who have teeth before five months (in fact, there are cases of babies born with teeth) and many who start dating after the year.

The newborn's teeth are called "natal teeth" and if they come out during the first month of life, they will be "neonatal teeth." But the usual thing is to make the first incisors wait a little longer, as we say from the fifth month.

In general, the exit of the first teeth They are announced with an increase in salivation, so we will not separate from the gasitas and bibs to protect the clothes and save the baby from moisture and possible irritations.

We could also observe that the gums become red and swollen, although we are likely to realize that the first tooth is already here when we see it emerge.

The incisors appear first: the two lower central teeth and after one or two months the upper exchanges begin to leave. These four "shovels" are the first that our children will have and that will help them not only to explore new textures as they did before they had teeth but to start biting and crushing the food.

It is difficult to know if babies hurt when their teeth come out, they are likely to feel only discomfort. To alleviate these discomforts we can give them cold bites, giving them a gentle massage in the gums, allowing them to bite fruit (or other soft food that you can already eat) ...

As for the fever caused by teething, the latest research indicates that if a febrile process occurs at this stage, another cause must be sought.

Normally, during the first year the baby will already have the eight incisors, and the molars will come later. The pediatrician in the different medical controls will observe if there is any abnormality or an unusual delay in the exit of the baby's teeth. And remember, from the beginning you have to wash them to keep the mouth healthy.

There are many myths about teething, but the truth is that we are increasingly aware of the realities. I hope this article has served to put a little more light on the issue of the exit of the baby's first teeth.