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Milk teeth. The first set of teeth, also known as baby teeth, number twenty. They usually occur in pairs, as the lower jaw teeth precede their appearance.

Milk teeth

Milk teeth

Usually, the first milk tooth is extracted around the sixth or seventh month, and the last tooth in the set is extracted between the twentieth and the thirty-first month. Therefore, it is possible to estimate that the first dentition took place over one and a half to two years. However, the process differs in each person, not only in terms of the overall length but also in terms of the times and sequence in which the teeth erupt. But there's no need to elaborate on this point further.

 

The severity of the stage in the infant

The process of milk teeth developing naturally occurs. But far too often, mistakes in the care of the infant's health and regimen, both before the emergence of the teeth and during the procedure, make it a painful and challenging one. Thus, this is the most important stage of childhood. It is estimated that up to one-sixth of all children experience it, so the amount of mortality that can be fairly linked to it is not as high as previously reported. However, there is no denying that an infant's first dentition is often a very dangerous time. Therefore, how the risks and challenges of teething can be lessened or, if possible, completely avoided, becomes a very important question to an anxious and loving mother.

How to proceed if teething goes smoothly? 

The mildest teething symptoms can be experienced by a child of a healthy constitution who has been properly, or naturally, fed only on the milk of its mother, making the infant's care the most straightforward.

Increased saliva production, gum swelling, and heat, and sporadically blushing cheeks are the signs of natural teething. Often the child will shove its fingers—or anything in its reach—into its mouth. Though it takes the breast more frequently and for shorter periods than usual due to the gums' tenderness, its thirst is increased. It is anxious and restless; fits of crying that come on suddenly, occasional awakenings from sleep, a slight propensity to throw up, and even loose stools are all common. Numerous symptoms suggest that "breeding the teeth" is occurring and frequently occurs weeks before the tooth appears. In these situations, the symptoms go away after a few days only to come back when the tooth gets closer to the gum line.

What is the best way to manage natural dentition symptoms?

In this instance, the infant's care is fairly straightforward and rarely necessitates the medical attendant's intervention. During this period, the child should spend a lot of time outside, be physically active, have their bowels kept open with castor oil, and always be gently relaxed. Every day, cold sponges were used, and the body's surface was wiped dry using flannel as rough as the child's sensitive skin would allow—friction being a very helpful tool in this process. Giving breast milk frequently, but not for extended periods, will relieve thirst, keep the gums hydrated and relaxed, and ease irritation without putting too much strain on the stomach. Giving breast milk frequently, but not for extended periods, will relieve thirst, keep the gums hydrated and relaxed, and ease irritation without putting too much strain on the stomach. Also, the mother needs to pay close attention to her diet and health at this time and abstain from all stimulant-containing foods and beverages.

Relieve gum pain 

Since pressure on the gums dulls pain and numbs sensibility, it is found to be agreeable to the child from the moment dentition begins. Usually, coral, orris root, or scraped licorice root, are used for this purpose; however, a flat ivory ring is much safer and superior because there is no chance of it getting stuck in the nose or eyes. Additionally, the baby finds it pleasant when the nurse gently rubs their gums. Since this seems to help reduce irritation, it may be used frequently. In Germany, a tiny bag containing a mixture of sugar and spices is given to the baby to suck whenever it is fretful and uneasy during teething. In France, it is customary to dip licorice root and other substances into honey or powdered sugar candy. However, using sweet and stimulating ingredients all the time must be bad for the stomach, which makes using them very objectionable.