teething refers to the time when baby teeth (also called deciduous teeth or primary teeth) appear. generally teething first occurs between 6 months and 24 months of age. while this process is uneventful in some children; for others it causes quite a bit of discomfort and irritability. teething symptoms. some teeth grow with no pain or discomfort at all. at other times you may notice that the gum is sore and red where the tooth is coming through or that one cheek is flushed. your baby may dribble gnaw and chew a lot or just be fretful. also it is important that you start maintaining the oral health of your infant as soon you see the symptoms of teething to avoid future dental problems. there are dental clinics which consists of skilled and experienced pediatricians.
what is teething?