Children's teeth do not grow according to a specific schedule. The appearance of milk teeth and their change to permanent ones are individual processes that depend on the general development of the baby, genetic predispositions and many other factors. Only in rare cases, missing or slowed growth of teeth can be a sign of a serious medical condition.
Growth of milk teeth
In most children, the first milk teeth begin to erupt at 5-7 months. In rare cases, this process is delayed up to 8-9 months. The slow growth of teeth is primarily influenced by the nutrition of both the baby and his mother. With a lack of vitamins and nutrients in food and the body, there is a significant slowdown in the appearance of the first incisors.
Experts point out that slow teething can be caused by genetic characteristics and be inherited. In any case, you should not panic ahead of time. A cause for concern is the complete absence of milk teeth at 10 months. The child must be shown to a specialist.
Try to objectively assess the general condition of the baby. The fact is that many infectious diseases can negatively affect the growth of teeth. If a child is often sick, then, most likely, his teeth will grow more slowly than his peers. If the mother suffered some diseases during pregnancy, then this also affects the health of the child after his birth.
Problems while changing teeth
The process of changing milk teeth to permanent ones can be very long. The first permanent teeth appear in children, as a rule, closer to 6 years. They change gradually. Some teeth have been slow to appear for quite a long time.
There may be several reasons for this condition. First, the wrong diet. Secondly, weakened immunity. Thirdly, heredity or the presence of deviations. If a child's teeth do not grow within 6 months after the loss of milk, then it is imperative to consult a doctor.
The fact is that there are gum diseases, in which the milk tooth falls out, and the root tooth does not appear in its place. Only a doctor can correct such a defect and prescribe a course of treatment. The diagnosis is made only on the basis of an X-ray photograph.
How to speed up the growth of teeth
You can help your teeth grow strong and healthy with calcium-rich food supplements and special vitamins. The child's nutrition should be complete and balanced. In addition, special attention should be paid to the overall strengthening of the immune system.
If you see that the baby's gums are swollen, the baby feels discomfort, and the teeth are in no hurry to erupt, then a light massage will help. Lightly massage the swollen area with a clean teaspoon or finger. Be sure to wash your hands well before the procedure.
To facilitate the process of teething of milk teeth, babies buy special teethers in the form of rings or toys. At the same time, the gums are massaged and softened, so it is easier for the teeth to grow.
