DENTIST FOR TODDLERS HINSDALE AND DOWNERS GROVE

With Us, Beating Teething Isn’t So Hard

Your child’s toddler years can be difficult due to developmental changes like sleep regression and teething. Fortunately, our Brush Pediatric Dentistry team can help provide you with much-needed tips and tricks to ease your child’s discomfort as well as boost their dental health. With ample experience in providing dental care for toddlers, our team of five board-certified pediatric dentists in Downers Grove and Hinsdale will make sure that you’re equipped with everything you need to thrive as a parent.

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Why Choose Brush Pediatric Dentistry for Toddler Dental Care?

  • We Accept & Maximize Dental Insurance
  • Fun, Kid-Friendly Dental Offices & Team
  • Passionate Board-Certified Pediatric Dentists

Toddler Teeth Development

Your child’s first teeth will begin to erupt between six and 12 months old. The first ones to appear are typically their two middle bottom and top teeth. From this time, one to two teeth will continue to erupt at a time until around their third birthday.

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What Is Teething?

Teething occurs when your baby’s teeth start to erupt through their gumline between six and 12 months old. This can cause discomfort and soreness, making them fussy and upset. Some of the most common signs that your baby is teething include:

  • Swollen and tender gums
  • Excessive crying and fussiness
  • Slightly higher temperature, but less than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Desire to gnaw on hard items
  • Drooling that causes face rashes
  • Changes in their eating and sleeping patterns
  • Coughing

Our team can provide you with helpful tips to ease their oral soreness and help them feel more comfortable.

How to Clean Your Toddler’s Teeth and Gums

Although your toddler may only have a couple of teeth, good dental hygiene habits like routine brushing and flossing are still important! You can clean their teeth and gums by placing water and a very small amount of infant-safe toothpaste recommended by your pediatric dentist on a small toothbrush. Gently brush in circular motions, being sure to also clean the gums. Once your baby’s teeth begin touching, you can add flossing into their routine.

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