Question

My baby is already 11 months old, but recently, they have been grinding their teeth during the day. What could be the reason for this? Are there any methods that can help alleviate this situation?

Answer

Grinding teeth, medically known as bruxism, refers to the unconscious act of grinding teeth during sleep or while awake. For a 11-month-old baby, grinding teeth might be caused by tooth growth or emotional factors. Here are some suggestions to help your baby:

  1. If your baby has a poor appetite, consider supplementing with zinc to promote appetite and healthy growth.
  2. For dry hands, use baby-specific moisturizing cream to keep the skin hydrated.
  3. If your baby has a cough, try using a pear and date syrup with honey, which is a gentle treatment via food (TCM) method that may help relieve coughing.
  4. For the grinding teeth issue, you can purchase specialized baby products at stores or Milk Powder shops.