The first teeth at the child can appear at different times – terms for each kid are always individual and approximate therefore it is not always possible to rely on pediatric tables. But anyway it is necessary to know certain terms after which the lack of the first teeth has to cause concern.
The first tooth at the kid can appear during from 4 to 10 months. The lack of teeth in 10 months should not frighten in case the child grows and develops normally, puts on weight according to age. Teeth, as a rule, are formed during pregnancy and anyway appear.
Depending on specific features the teeth can appear gradually or at once on several pieces. The lateness can occur only if there is rickets, the metabolism is broken or the child postponed a serious infectious disease. The lack of teeth can be caused by a severe stress and malnutrition.
At emergence of the first teeth a gum redden and bulk up. The cross groove on a gum begins to smooth out. During this period the child becomes whimsical, shows concern, body temperature can increase. To facilitate process of a teething, something cold is possible and firm, for example, apple or carrots which before it were in the fridge will facilitate unpleasant feelings the cooled chewing ring. Well massage of the inflamed gum or the site of the person from nose wings to mouth corners helps. In certain cases it is possible to apply the soothing gels applied on gums. If temperature considerably increased (from 38.5C) children's febrifugal is admissible. Relieve pain and homeopathic candles, but it is impossible to forget that only the pediatrician can prescribe any medicines.