Teething

Question 1

Teething - symptoms (8)

Answer 1

Inflammation of gums - redness
Mild fever
Flushed cheek
Rash on face
Dribbling
Drawing and chewing lots
Disrupted sleep
Ear rubbing

Question 2

Teething - extra questions (4)

Answer 2

Have they been eating less
Do they appear to be in severe discomfort
Is there any signs of infection
Do they have a fever

Question 3

Teething - explanation of diagnosis

Answer 3

Extremely common condition that occurs due to their teeth coming through the gums causing discomfort

Question 4

Teething - causes

Answer 4

Teeth erupting through gums

Question 5

Teething - first-line treatment (product, how works and how to use it)

Answer 5

Advise lifestyle ONLY for first visit
If lifestyle has been tried, then recommend Anbesol teething gel, local anaesthetic, apply with clean fingers to affected area every 3 hours as required, max 6 times per day. No longer than 7 days use.
Paracetamol for fever

Question 6

Teething - lifestyle (8)

Answer 6

Gently rub the affected area to soothe with clean fingers
As soon as the teeth erupt, brush twice daily
Regular dental visits
Give child a cool object such as a wet flannel to bite
Cold fruit and veg to chew on if child is eating (not frozen)
Give teething ring
Comfort child
Wipe excess saliva to avoid rash

Question 7

Teething - when to refer (2)

Answer 7

Persistent fever
Child isn’t eating