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Teething Notes Teething 1st tooth usually comes in about 6-7 months Signs of Teething Cranky Restless Refuse food Drool Pain Swelling Thirst Fever Cough Diarrhea Constipation How long does it last? Between 2 and 10 days How can I relieve the discomfort Teething rings Cold items OTC (over the counter) medication Ice in a washcloth Things to bite on How many teeth does baby get? 20 How do I Clean the Baby’s Teeth? Lay baby on back Clean with a wet washcloth to wipe away plaque Teeth Problems Nursing Bottle Mouth: When a baby’s front teeth decay and they must be covered by silver caps. You can avoid this by feeding a nutritious diet, using fluoride and avoid sleeping with a bottle NOTE* If baby’s teeth do not come in the correctly, contact your doctor. * *