My 10 month old does not have teeth! How long can teething last????????

Question

She has all the symptoms, she is cranky, she hasnt been sleeping through the night she is drooling like crazy, her cheeks are sooo red, but this has been going on for a month or so, her doctor keeps saying that her teeth are coming. But they havent cut through yet. How long does it take? How long should it take????

Answer 1

How long does it last?
Teething usually starts about 2 months before the first tooth erupts, and proceeds intermittently. All of the primary teeth are usually in by 20 to 30 months, but most children do not have major symptoms with each tooth.

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What are the symptoms?
In some children, teething can cause discomfort, irritability, low-grade fevers, increased saliva and mucus, or loose stools. Parents may notice their babies drooling and bringing their hands to their mouths.

How is it treated?
When they are teething, babies bring their hands to their mouths because pressure on the gums brings relief. Massage tends to be more soothing when it comes from someone else, and teething is no exception. A great way to comfort a teething baby is to rub the gums firmly and gently with a clean finger. The first few passes are sometimes a bit uncomfortable, but babies get increasingly relaxed as the massage continues.

Providing cool things to chew on is another effective way to treat teething. Wet washcloths or terrycloth toys fresh from the fridge or freezer have been the most popular with babies and toddlers in my practice. Some are delighted with smooth, hard objects, like the handle of a hairbrush. I've not met many babies, though, who prefer soft plastic teething rings. Whatever you select, be careful that the object is not something your child might choke on.

When she's still uncomfortable, she might benefit from Hyland's Homeopathic Teething Tablets or their new natural teething gel. Many parents report that these gentle remedies have been lifesavers. Infant acetaminophen or ibuprofen can provide stronger pain relief on occasion, if necessary. All of these can also help with sleep.

Benzocaine teething gels are a mixed blessing. They do reduce pain, but they can also leave a baby’s mouth feeling as if she has just been to the dentist. Some babies object to the swollen, numb sensation as much as they do to the pain. Either way, the effect of these gels is very short-lived. And they do carry a small risk of allergic reactions and decreased gag reflexes.

Answer 2

Unfortunately it can take anywhere from a day or so to several months. Teeth can go up and down, sometimes breaking through and then going back under. I was shocked the first time this happened to my daughter, and she's now been teething for about a month and a half and has yet to cut a tooth to show for it, though I have seen a few trying to near the surface. Things I can suggest to help: cool or frozen washcloths to chew on, baby orajel, homeopathic teething tables (some aren't comfortable using this, use your own judgement), teething rings/toys, teething books/blankets that have the rubber corners, or even a clean knuckle does wonders sometimes. And infant tylenol during the worst of the episodes or sleepless nights, with approval and correct dosage from your pediatrician. Good luck honey I hope yours will come through quickly! Last night was one of our worst nights yet, though it seems like tonight she's sleeping well so far.. *crossing fingers*

Answer 3

My son started teething around 7 months and didnt cut his first tooth until he was 14 months old. It was a long, frustrating wait. All babies are different. Some are even born with teeth. Hopefully your little one gets her tooth soon. Hard to see your baby going through the pain.

Answer 4

Teething starts in different babies at different times. Sometimes the more you allow a child to use teething rings or toys, it softens the gums and allows the teeth to break through more gently or quicker. It may be genetics. It is definately nothing to worry about. Some babies walk early, talk early and do many other things early and then there are some that do everything later.

Answer 5

When I was a baby, I got my first tooth when I was ten months old. It can go over a year. My son is eight months old and he got his first tooth when he was seven months. He had all the symptoms when he was four months old. It can take a long time. I hope that help.

Answer 6

My son is 9 months and i swear hes been teething since birth! He is starting to get his first tooth now, but it all depends on the baby. My daughter got her first tooth at 6 months.

Answer 7

Our daughter did not get her first tooth until after she was a year old. Everybody is different. Hang in there!

Answer 8

It can take a year.