First aid for teething in the baby: TOP - 7 gels for gums
Today, there are several ways to facilitate teething, one of the most effective among them are special gels for gums. But is it always possible to use them and how safe are they? The 7 best gum gels for teething. Pros, cons, prices of drugs. How to apply gel on the gums so as not to harm the baby.
Teething is one of the most painful moments in a child’s life. You can help him with the help of “improvised” means or special preparations.
At the age of 7 - 9 months, baby teeth begin to erupt in children. In most cases, this process does not go unnoticed either for the baby or for his parents: the child is uncomfortable, becoming moody, and adults, in turn, think about how to help their child, but not harm them. Today, there are several ways to facilitate teething, one of the most effective among them are special gels for gums. But is it always possible to use them and how safe are they?
Signs of teething
Depending on the individual characteristics of the child, teething symptoms are completely different, however, a number of common, most common symptoms can be distinguished:
Increased salivationswelling and redness of the gums.
Restless sleep, loss of appetite, a desire to gnaw all objects that come across the eyes.
The appearance of a white strip before the immediate appearance of the tooth.
General deterioration.
Fever, rhinitis (runny nose), cough (mainly wet), diarrhea as a possible concomitant process of teething.
Important!When symptoms such as diarrhea, temperature, cough, there is a chance of incorrect diagnosis of the causes of their occurrence. There are frequent cases when they are caused by various kinds of infections (diseases), and have nothing to do with teething.
In the process of tooth growth, the release of biologically active substances that contribute to temperature increase. Normal is considered an increase in the range from 37 to 38.5 degrees. Diarrhea in such cases is explained by stimulation of intestinal motility due to constant swallowing of saliva. In cases where the temperature exceeds the specified limit, and diarrhea lasts for several days more than 3 times a day, It is recommended to seek the advice of a specialist pediatrician.
Special rubberized semi-solid teethers will help ease discomfort.Usually they are filled with water, they can be placed in the refrigerator for some time and cooled, then the baby will feel a pleasant cold, which together with massage during chewing will reduce itching (teething - types of teething tips for choosing) The child can also massage the gums with the help of a bagel or crust. If this is enough for your baby, then there is no need to use medications.
Most children endure this life period very painfully: they cannot sleep, constantly cry and ask for arms. This condition creates a load on the nervous system, especially vulnerable at an early age. In such cases, gels designed specifically for babies can be used to relieve gum inflammation, anesthetize and normalize sleep. They are safe and have virtually no contraindications.
Note! Not all products are suitable for babies breastfeeding: getting on the tongue, they complicate the process of sucking. In particular, this applies to preparations containing lidocaine.
In addition, try to devote as much of your attention, care, affection as possible. Play, distract your baby, offer a breast (if you are breastfeeding), take him to your bed while you sleep, carry as much as possible in your arms.
How to use anesthetic gel
Before using the medication, it is necessary to carefully study the instructions and be sure to pay attention to age restrictions. If the requirements are violated, the result may be ineffective or short-term.
To achieve maximum effect when using gels, the following recommendations should be followed:
apply with severe discomfort in a child;
use every 3-4 hours, but no more than 3-5 times a day;
do not apply a large amount of gel;
lubricate the gums with a finger (previously thoroughly washed!) or a cotton swab, making circular massage movements.
Usually, a medicine is required when teething the first teeth, for several days, and also after one year. The remaining teeth appear with less pronounced painful signs.
TOP - 7 teething gels
Pharmacies have a wide range of baby gels, and sometimes it’s very difficult to make a choice. In accordance with the ratings and reviews of young mothers, we single out the most popular:
Dentinox
Local anesthetic gel quickly eliminates pain and discomfort during teething in children of different ages, prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the oral mucosa thanks to infusion of chamomile and a number of biologically active substances. Disadvantage: contains lidocaine (allergic reactions are possible; not recommended for breastfeeding). The average price is 320 rubles.
Holisal
Eliminates inflammation, swelling of the gums, provides a painkiller effect. It is not washed off by saliva, retains anti-inflammatory effect for up to eight hours. Prevents the penetration of bacteria, viruses, protects the microflora of the oral cavity. Advantages: does not contain lidocaine; indicated for use in breastfeeding, as it does not reduce the sensitivity of the tongue. The price is 280 rubles.
Calgel
It has a cooling, analgesic (local anesthetic) effect due to the hydrochloride that is part of lidocaine. Anti-inflammatory gel, facilitates the process of teething. Pluses: instant effect. Disadvantages: valid for a short time, up to 30 minutes; contains anesthetic. The price is 340 rubles.
Baby doctor
The remedy from plant extracts of Echinacea, chamomile, plantain, calendula eliminates pain, prevents the occurrence of inflammatory processes of the oral mucosa, destroys bacteria, disinfects, heals, strengthens the gums and relieves irritation. Advantages: contains only natural ingredients.Disadvantage: no pronounced analgesic effect. The price is 320 rubles.
Kamistad
The combined preparation contains therapeutic chamomile, has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, healing and regenerating properties, relieves pain. Advantages: quickly reduces pain, lasts a long time. Disadvantage: contains lidocaine. The price is 220 rubles.
Denthol Baby
It has a rapid analgesic effect. Anesthetizes for two hours. Contains benzocaine and excipients. Disadvantage: anesthetizes for a short period of time. The price is 180 rubles.
Pansoral
Soothes the gums thanks to the plant extracts included in the composition, has a softening effect. Advantage: a completely natural preparation. Disadvantage: not pronounced effect of analgesia. The price is 360 rubles.
How to avoid problems?
Often young parents neglect the information contained in the instructions, and as a result receive a lot of unpleasant consequences. Possible complications:
inflammation and suppuration of the gums;
allergic reaction;
rash.
Gum inflammation and suppuration
Typically, these phenomena do not pose a great danger to the health of the baby. They do not require medical intervention and with proper care disappear after a while. It is recommended to treat the gums with tissue swabs previously moistened in a herbal decoction (medicinal chamomile, sage, calendula). This helps to relieve inflammatory processes and destroys pathogenic microbes.
Allergic reaction or rash
All gum gels can be divided into three groups:
painkillers - containing lidocaine.
anti-inflammatory.
homeopathic - plant-based.
Most often, allergic reactions occur to an anesthetic - lidocaine (lidocaine hydrochloride). In this case, you should stop using the gel with its content and replace it with another one, for example, based on extracts from medicinal herbs - chamomile, calendula, etc.
Follow these guidelines to avoid problems.:
Use the gel only in cases where teethers and other “improvised means” do not help, the child cries a lot, gets annoyed.
To select a medication, consult your dentist, tell us about all the features of your baby, individual intolerance to certain components (if any).
If side effects occur, you should immediately stop using the drug and visit a doctor.
Gel is an extreme tool that needs to be used only in cases where other methods do not bring effect, and the baby suffers greatly. Parents must strictly comply with all the requirements of the annotation and in no case should there be situations when the child receives pain relief in the form of medications at the first squeak. Following the simplest guidelines will help ease the teething period in your children and avoid the consequences.
We also had to go through this. Sleepless nights and hectic days. But the gel was used extremely rarely - it was “Denthol-Baby”, well, at least he slept at least a couple of hours. And so basically the bagel chewed his toys too, the teethers refused to take why his son.
Elina
When my baby's teeth were cut, my friend from my experience advised me to use the gel. But I read the composition of different gels and made sure that all of them are mainly based on lidocaine, and in which lidocaine is not included, they practically do not anesthetize, or anesthetize, but for a very short period of time. I think lidocaine is not very useful for the baby. I used only chamomile, again, so that there would be no allergy. But in any case, it is better to consult a pediatrician if the baby has very strong discomfort. Mine went more or less tolerant.
Anya
Denthol baby did not help us. There was a feeling that this gel had absolutely no effect on the baby. But I liked Holisal. It acts instantly and this is noticeable by how quickly the child calms down and falls asleep. Therefore, I can recommend only this gel from the above.
Lyuba
On cholisal they write not to apply to children under 3 years old?
Milva
On Holisal they write “Use with caution in children under 1 year old”, Luba)
But the best, this is the first, Dentinox. There the cat cried lidocaine. it’s easy to check for an allergy - first apply a sponge or bend of the elbow, where the baby’s veins are. If there is redness - do not give in any case. If not, then everything’s normal. We didn’t have it; the gel really helped out. To it was added a chilled teether with some water
ADMINISTS, and why on dentinoks a picture of a dentokind, eh?)) This is a tablet, not a gel))
Anna
Lidocaine is also in Kalgele. Many gels contain lidocaine in an absolutely safe amount for the baby. At the expense of allergic reactions, it is better to consult a doctor before using any medication.
Calgel can only be from five months old, and chilled with caution for up to a year (read the instructions). And if the teeth began to be cut earlier? My daughter at 4 months already started the process, 2 lower teeth in the center. Then there was a long break until the next couple, but with the first we suffered. It is not easy when a child is so small. Used dentinoks and candles sometimes. The gel first tried on itself, a normal taste and a slight cooling sensation. The child calmed down after three minutes.
Holisil, by the way, also tried it myself. I felt a burning sensation on the gums.
Kira
With the first child, we probably all of these gels tried each one's own effect, we must either alternate or change. With the second now we use the baby leader, anesthetizes effectively, lasts a long time.
Alesia
Leader baby prescription ... Every time you cut your teeth to the doctor suggest going? Thank you, I had enough queues in clinics.
Kira
So are all strong gels that help with a prescription. I bought the baby leader’s tube when the first teeth climbed, and then the therapist prescribed a prescription for us.
Natalya
From my own practice, when teething the first tooth in a young child, I came to the conclusion that homeopathic drops are absolutely inactive, Holisal, Kamistad can be used after a year, and Kalgel turned out to be really effective. After application, the child sleeps calmly and can be used from 3 months, which means it is safe.
Ekaterina
Thank you for the article! For us, a very relevant topic! My daughter’s teeth are cutting with a temperature, weeping ((We’ve tried the Lident Baby gel, the pediatrician advised. It helps a lot - it anesthetizes well, and the child finally started to sleep normally. And I also like that it can be smeared up to 6 times a day.
Of course, it would be better to do without drugs at all, but in such a situation when the baby is suffering, I thought a good choice.
In general, next time, if necessary, I think to use it again
Marina
We smeared the Leader Baby gel. He is also with lidocaine. I liked that he had a mild odor, did not irritate, and you can smear up to 6 times a day. It was not necessary for the child to suffer all day, so that at night he could save more doses
Fantomas
Calgel also contains 1 g of lidocaine hydrochloride not indicated in the article
Most children endure this life period very painfully: they cannot sleep, constantly cry and ask for arms. This condition creates a load on the nervous system, especially vulnerable at an early age. In such cases, gels designed specifically for babies can be used to relieve gum inflammation, anesthetize and normalize sleep. They are safe and have virtually no contraindications.
Local anesthetic gel quickly eliminates pain and discomfort during teething in children of different ages, prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the oral mucosa thanks to infusion of chamomile and a number of biologically active substances. Disadvantage: contains lidocaine (allergic reactions are possible; not recommended for breastfeeding). The average price is 320 rubles.
Eliminates inflammation, swelling of the gums, provides a painkiller effect. It is not washed off by saliva, retains anti-inflammatory effect for up to eight hours. Prevents the penetration of bacteria, viruses, protects the microflora of the oral cavity. Advantages: does not contain lidocaine; indicated for use in breastfeeding, as it does not reduce the sensitivity of the tongue. The price is 280 rubles.
It has a cooling, analgesic (local anesthetic) effect due to the hydrochloride that is part of lidocaine. Anti-inflammatory gel, facilitates the process of teething. Pluses: instant effect. Disadvantages: valid for a short time, up to 30 minutes; contains anesthetic. The price is 340 rubles.
The remedy from plant extracts of Echinacea, chamomile, plantain, calendula eliminates pain, prevents the occurrence of inflammatory processes of the oral mucosa, destroys bacteria, disinfects, heals, strengthens the gums and relieves irritation. Advantages: contains only natural ingredients.Disadvantage: no pronounced analgesic effect. The price is 320 rubles.
The combined preparation contains therapeutic chamomile, has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, healing and regenerating properties, relieves pain. Advantages: quickly reduces pain, lasts a long time. Disadvantage: contains lidocaine. The price is 220 rubles.
It has a rapid analgesic effect. Anesthetizes for two hours. Contains benzocaine and excipients. Disadvantage: anesthetizes for a short period of time. The price is 180 rubles.
Soothes the gums thanks to the plant extracts included in the composition, has a softening effect. Advantage: a completely natural preparation. Disadvantage: not pronounced effect of analgesia. The price is 360 rubles.
We also had to go through this. Sleepless nights and hectic days. But the gel was used extremely rarely - it was “Denthol-Baby”, well, at least he slept at least a couple of hours. And so basically the bagel chewed his toys too, the teethers refused to take why his son.
When my baby's teeth were cut, my friend from my experience advised me to use the gel. But I read the composition of different gels and made sure that all of them are mainly based on lidocaine, and in which lidocaine is not included, they practically do not anesthetize, or anesthetize, but for a very short period of time. I think lidocaine is not very useful for the baby. I used only chamomile, again, so that there would be no allergy. But in any case, it is better to consult a pediatrician if the baby has very strong discomfort. Mine went more or less tolerant.
Denthol baby did not help us. There was a feeling that this gel had absolutely no effect on the baby. But I liked Holisal. It acts instantly and this is noticeable by how quickly the child calms down and falls asleep. Therefore, I can recommend only this gel from the above.
On cholisal they write not to apply to children under 3 years old?
On Holisal they write “Use with caution in children under 1 year old”, Luba)
But the best, this is the first, Dentinox. There the cat cried lidocaine. it’s easy to check for an allergy - first apply a sponge or bend of the elbow, where the baby’s veins are. If there is redness - do not give in any case. If not, then everything’s normal. We didn’t have it; the gel really helped out. To it was added a chilled teether with some water
ADMINISTS, and why on dentinoks a picture of a dentokind, eh?)) This is a tablet, not a gel))
Lidocaine is also in Kalgele. Many gels contain lidocaine in an absolutely safe amount for the baby. At the expense of allergic reactions, it is better to consult a doctor before using any medication.
Calgel can only be from five months old, and chilled with caution for up to a year (read the instructions). And if the teeth began to be cut earlier? My daughter at 4 months already started the process, 2 lower teeth in the center. Then there was a long break until the next couple, but with the first we suffered. It is not easy when a child is so small. Used dentinoks and candles sometimes. The gel first tried on itself, a normal taste and a slight cooling sensation. The child calmed down after three minutes.
Holisil, by the way, also tried it myself. I felt a burning sensation on the gums.
With the first child, we probably all of these gels tried each one's own effect, we must either alternate or change. With the second now we use the baby leader, anesthetizes effectively, lasts a long time.
Leader baby prescription ... Every time you cut your teeth to the doctor suggest going? Thank you, I had enough queues in clinics.
So are all strong gels that help with a prescription. I bought the baby leader’s tube when the first teeth climbed, and then the therapist prescribed a prescription for us.
From my own practice, when teething the first tooth in a young child, I came to the conclusion that homeopathic drops are absolutely inactive, Holisal, Kamistad can be used after a year, and Kalgel turned out to be really effective. After application, the child sleeps calmly and can be used from 3 months, which means it is safe.
Thank you for the article! For us, a very relevant topic! My daughter’s teeth are cutting with a temperature, weeping ((We’ve tried the Lident Baby gel, the pediatrician advised. It helps a lot - it anesthetizes well, and the child finally started to sleep normally. And I also like that it can be smeared up to 6 times a day.
Of course, it would be better to do without drugs at all, but in such a situation when the baby is suffering, I thought a good choice.
In general, next time, if necessary, I think to use it again
We smeared the Leader Baby gel. He is also with lidocaine. I liked that he had a mild odor, did not irritate, and you can smear up to 6 times a day. It was not necessary for the child to suffer all day, so that at night he could save more doses
Calgel also contains 1 g of lidocaine hydrochloride not indicated in the article