Question
When newborns show signs of tooth eruption, what symptoms might accompany them? Are there any precursors? How should they be handled?
Answer
In most cases, a child’s teeth will erupt naturally without pain. However, some children may experience local redness, itching, and drooling during this process, which usually does not require special treatment. When the baby is about four months old, you can give some biscuits, cracker slices, and other foods for them to chew on, which is commonly referred to as teething. This helps to promote the eruption of teeth. During the teething period, it is especially important to pay attention to the baby’s nutritional intake. Tooth growth requires nutrients such as calcium and phosphorus that are related to bone development. During this period, it is necessary to continue supplementing calcium in the diet. At the same time, it is important to add vitamin D because only with added vitamin D can calcium be absorbed and utilized.