What is teething? When does teething typically start? Teething
usually begins around 6 months of age. But it is normal for
teething to start at any time between 3 months and 12 months of
age. By the time your child is about 3 years old, he or she will
have all 20 primary teeth. The lower front teeth usually come in
first. Upper front teeth usually come in 1 to 2 months after the
lower front teeth. See a picture that shows when the primary
teeth come in. What are the symptoms? Some babies are fussier
than usual when they are teething. This may be because of
soreness and swelling in the gums before a tooth comes through.
These symptoms usually begin about 3 to 5 days before the tooth
shows, and they disappear as soon as the tooth breaks the skin.
Many babies don't seem to be affected by teething. Babies may
bite on their fingers or toys to help relieve the pressure in
their gums. They may also refuse to eat and drink because their
mouths hurt. Many babies drool during teething, which can cause
a rash on the chi