When do milk teeth start to appear?
The first tooth usually appears in babies from the 6th month, sometimes earlier or later. In most babies, the lower incisors are the first to come in, followed by the upper incisors. The last to appear are the 2nd molars, which complete the primary dentition at around two and a half years of age.
The following teething chart is a guideline. As teething is a very individual process, the times may vary for your baby, which is completely normal.
6-8 months
Lower incisors
8-10 months
Upper incisors
10-14 months
Lateral incisors
14-18 months
First molars
18-24 months
Canines
24-30 months
Second molars
Download our practical milk tooth calendar here and keep an eye on your baby’s dental development at all times!
How can I tell if my baby is teething?
Teething in babies manifests itself with different signs. Common symptoms include restlessness, increased drooling, irritating behavior, increased chewing on fingers and objects, swollen gums and sleep disturbances.
Signs that your baby is teething
- Increased need to chew: Your baby puts more fingers or objects in their mouth to chew on them.
- Sore and red gums: The gums are often sore and red and your baby’s cheeks are warm or hot.
- Increased drooling and teething rash: Increased drooling can cause a rash around the mouth or on the neck. Therefore, keep the mouth and neck dry with a clean cloth.
- Whining: Your baby often seems fretful, sleeps less well and has a greater need for closeness and cuddles.
- Less appetite: teething pain can reduce your baby’s appetite – so offer the breast or bottle more often.
- Weakened immune system: Your baby may be sick more often and have diarrhea or a fever, for example. This is not caused by teething itself, but by a weakened immune system and should be clarified by a doctor if in doubt.
Signs that your baby is teething
- Increased need to chew: Your baby puts more fingers or objects in their mouth to chew on them.
- Sore and red gums: The gums are often sore and red and your baby’s cheeks are warm or hot.
- Increased drooling and teething rash: Increased drooling can cause a rash around the mouth or on the neck. Therefore, keep the mouth and neck dry with a clean cloth.
- Whining: Your baby often seems fretful, sleeps less well and has a greater need for closeness and cuddles.
- Less appetite: teething pain can reduce your baby’s appetite – so offer the breast or bottle more often.
- Weakened immune system: Your baby may be sick more often and have diarrhea or a fever, for example. This is not caused by teething itself, but by a weakened immune system and should be clarified by a doctor if in doubt.
When should I take my baby to the doctor?
You should have these symptoms checked out by a doctor:
- high, long-lasting fever
- excessive pain
- severe swelling and inflammation of the gums
- refusal of food and weight loss of the baby
- severe vomiting or diarrhea
- breathing problems
Myth or truth: Does teething cause fever?
Many parents report that their baby has a fever when teething. But is there any connection between this?
Studies show that teething itself does not cause a high temperature. A slight rise in temperature is possible, but if the temperature rises above 38°C, another cause should be considered and clarified by a doctor.
Myth or truth: Does teething cause fever?
Many parents report that their baby has a fever when teething. But is there any connection between this?
Studies show that teething itself does not cause a high temperature. A slight rise in temperature is possible, but if the temperature rises above 38°C, another cause should be considered and clarified by a doctor.
First aid for teething pain and discomfort
When we imagine a new tooth growing out of the gums, we can sympathize with the pain and discomfort of babies. However, it can be challenging to make this time a little more bearable for your baby. To make teething easier for your baby, we have the following tips for you:
First aid during teething
- Gentle gum massage: Massage your baby’s gums with a clean finger or a finger toothbrush.
- Cooling: A chilled teething ring or fruit feeder with chilled fruit can have a beneficial effect. Only cool teething rings and fruit in the fridge and not in the freezer. It gets too cold in the freezer, which could injure your baby.
- Distraction and cuddling: Give your baby even more attention during this time. Cuddling, playing and singing help to distract your baby and reduce discomfort.
- Drink a lot: Drinking a lot is particularly important now. Offer your child plenty to drink and breastfeed more often if possible.
First aid during teething
- Gentle gum massage: Massage your baby’s gums with a clean finger or a finger toothbrush.
- Cooling: A chilled teething ring or fruit feeder with chilled fruit can have a beneficial effect. Only cool teething rings and fruit in the fridge and not in the freezer. It gets too cold in the freezer, which could injure your baby.
- Distraction and cuddling: Give your baby even more attention during this time. Cuddling, playing and singing help to distract your baby and reduce discomfort.
- Drink a lot: Drinking a lot is particularly important now. Offer your child plenty to drink and breastfeed more often if possible.
Teethers as a teething aid
One of the best ways to help babies with teething is to use teethers. They are specially designed to soothe irritated gums and reduce the pressure caused by erupting teeth. Chewing gently massages the gums, making it easier for teeth to erupt. Especially during teething, babies like to put objects in their mouths – teething rings are hygienic and safe and can be offered to your baby at any time. A nice side effect: the different textures on our teethers promote the sense of touch and hand-mouth coordination.
Our dentistar Star Teethers are an ideal teething aid. They are made of extra soft, flexible material that gently massages irritated gums and relieves pain. Thanks to their ergonomic design, they are easy for small hands to grasp and safe to use. They are also made from BPA-free material and meet the highest safety standards.
How do I care for my baby's teeth?
Dental care right from the start
Before the first tooth: It makes sense to get your baby used to dental care at an early age. The best way to do this is by gently massaging the still toothless jaw – e.g. with an Oral Care Finger. This allows your child to get used to it slowly.
From the first milk tooth: Dental care should now be carried out once or twice a day. We have special, very soft baby toothbrushes for this. You should also use children’s toothpaste.
When should I take my child to the dentist for the first time?
By taking care of the teeth and mouth every day, you can ensure that your child has a fear-free visit to the dentist. Introduce your child to the dentist as early and regularly as possible – usually in the first year of life. This not only ensures that your child gets used to it quickly, but also that any misaligned teeth or increased risk of tooth decay can be detected early.
Teething is a natural process that every baby goes through. With the right tools, gentle massages and lots of love, you can help your baby to make this time as comfortable as possible. Teething rings, chilled foods and special teething aids such as the dentistar teething star can be a great help in relieving the discomfort and promoting healthy tooth development. Remember to start dental care early and schedule regular visits to the dentist.
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