Teething Relief 101

At A Gentle Touch Dentistry, P.C. we are often asked what parents can do to relieve their child’s discomfort during teething. Sore gums are bound to result from erupting teeth between 6 months and 3 years of age and the discomfort often lasts a few days at a time. Dr. Prashant Patel suggests offering a cool, clean teeth ring, chilled spoon or toothbrush to your child. You can also rub a clean finger or cool, wet washcloth on the sore gums to relieve your child’s discomfort.

You are not alone. If you are concerned about your child’s teething, please call A Gentle Touch Dentistry, P.C. in Buffalo Grove, (888) 485-7743.