Toothaches can be painful for kids. But they’re also quite common. That’s why you need to know how to handle a toothache when your kid has one.
If your child has a toothache, there are plenty of things that you can do to alleviate the pain, but there are few things that you can actually DO to heal the problem.
Your toddler has been playing with her teeth all afternoon, and now she says they hurt. This is a typical scenario when a child is in pain—they’re crying and their mouth hurts. You can try to comfort your kid by holding her hand and patting it, but she will likely soon tell you that the pain is too much to bear. You might want to get your kid a bottle of ibuprofen to soothe her discomfort, but that will just make it worse. She might be in pain from the stress of being sick, so maybe you should try to soothe your kid’s stress level.
Toddlers often get toothaches because of a number of causes. It’s important to recognize the different symptoms of this common health condition, so you can head off a potential emergency.
7 ways to help your child with their toothache…
1. Keep your child calm.
2. Check for oral bleeding or swelling.
3. Warm a washcloth or ice pack in the microwave for 15 seconds.
4. Gently clean your child’s teeth.
5. Use baby toothpaste.
6. Apply small amount of gel (no more than a pea size).
7. Continue to keep your child calm.
Toddlers have their own way of treating toothaches. When a toddler has a toothache, the first thing he does is bite his lip or his cheek. His pain is often relieved with this action. In the meantime, the pain will only grow worse. This is because it is very difficult for the toddler to bite down on his tongue. The best thing to do in this situation is to get the child to drink lots of water and pop some Tylenol or an aspirin. It will help the pain to go away faster. It is also a good idea to put ice packs on the affected area. You can also put a warm washcloth on it.
Teething babies have little room to cry out, but many times a child still cries because of something else. As parents, we want to know how to handle a children toothache and what to do if it gets worse. If you wait too long to address the problem, it can grow into a larger problem. In fact, an untreated infant’s first tooth may cause serious pain, and even lead to tooth loss. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry advises that any baby who exhibits pain in a tooth should see a dentist immediately.
A visit to the dentist will give your baby relief.
Some tips if your toddler is experiencing toothache
1. Tell your toddler what’s going on, and explain why you have to do something.
2. If he/she is crying, don’t yell at them or try to force them to stop; it won’t help.
3. Don’t give them anything to bite down on, because you may be able to get the tooth out that way.
4. If it hurts when you squeeze it, don’t pull. This may damage the tooth further and cause bleeding.
5. If you are unsure how to remove the tooth, ask your pediatrician or dentist.
In conclusion, if your child has a toothache and it hurts them, you should give them pain relief. Your child’s teeth have not grown into adult teeth yet and therefore, do not have the pain tolerance of an adult. Pain relief is a necessary thing to do for any child.
The best way to handle a toothache is to look at your child and see if they seem to be experiencing discomfort. If so, you should be prepared to comfort them as needed.
If you or your child experience discomfort, it is recommended that you seek professional help. Contact Bright Smiles Dentistry. We will be happy to help you out and provide the right advice and assistance for your toddler.
