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Teething is the process by which an infant’s teeth erupt, or break through, the gums. Teething is also referred to as “cutting” of the teeth. Teething is medically termed odontiasis.
Every baby is different on when teeth appear. Some babies get their first teeth around 4 months and some don’t have any teeth until after their first birthday.
Teething can happen any time between 3 months and 3 years old. The first signs are often lots of drooling and babies who rubs anything they can on their gums. A teething baby can be cranky, crying, have difficulty sleeping and might be a little more irritable than usual. Some babies might have a low grade temperature less than 101 degrees Fahrenheit.