Children's teeth first come into the mouth at about eight to twelve months. These teeth need to be cared for by gently wiping with a warm cloth or soft toothbrush.

It is normal for the gums in the area to be sore and slightly red, and your child to be irritable because of the discomfort. We recommend giving teething rings and/or children's Tylenol. Teething gels are available that are essentially local anesthetics, but we advise that they should only be used sparingly.