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Baby teething — what helps
Prepared by the LekCheck team · Last reviewed: 2026-07-25 · How we create our content
Teething usually starts around 6 months of age and can cause restlessness, increased drooling, a desire to bite and irritability. Below we describe gentle measures for relief and what to watch out for; choose an ingredient to see available products and prices. Important: not every upset in a baby is due to teeth — with a high fever and other symptoms, see a doctor.
This guide was prepared by the LekCheck team and has not been reviewed by a doctor or pharmacist. This article is for general information only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not start, stop, or change any treatment without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
Teething symptoms
Common with teething are increased drooling, a desire to chew and bite, slightly swollen and tender gums, irritability and disturbed sleep. Teething can cause a slightly raised temperature, but NOT a high fever — if the baby has a high fever, diarrhoea or marked distress, look for another cause and consult a paediatrician.
Gentle measures for relief
Clean chilled teething rings (e.g. from the fridge, not the freezer), a gentle gum massage with a clean finger and drying the drool to protect the skin around the mouth all help. These simple measures are often enough. Keep items clean and age-appropriate so there is no choking risk.
Remedies to use with caution
For marked distress, a paediatrician may recommend a children's form of paracetamol or ibuprofen in a weight-appropriate dose. Topical gum gels with an anaesthetic (e.g. lidocaine) have age restrictions and risks in babies — they are not used without advice. Avoid products with unclear composition and 'traditional' remedies that can be harmful.
When to see a doctor
See a paediatrician for a high fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, a rash, refusal of food and fluids, marked lethargy or if you are unsure what the condition is due to. These symptoms are not due to teething and need examination to rule out another cause.
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Frequently asked questions
Does teething cause a fever?
Teething can cause a slight rise in temperature, but not a high fever. If the baby has a high fever (or diarrhoea, vomiting, marked distress), the cause is most likely something else — see a paediatrician rather than attributing everything to teeth.
What is safe for relief in a baby?
The gentle measures are safe — clean chilled teething rings, a light gum massage and drying the drool. If a painkiller is needed, the paediatrician can recommend a children's form of paracetamol or ibuprofen dosed by weight. Avoid remedies with unclear composition.
Are anaesthetic gum gels safe?
Topical gels with an anaesthetic (e.g. lidocaine) have age restrictions and possible risks in babies, so they are not used without a doctor's or pharmacist's advice. Read the leaflet for the age limit and consult before using them in a baby.
When do the first teeth come through?
The first teeth usually come through around 6 months of age, but there is wide variation — earlier in some babies, later in others. Both are normal. If you have concerns about development or the teeth, share them with the paediatrician at check-ups.
Does biting something cold help?
Yes, cooling often eases swollen gums. Use clean teething rings or a cloth chilled in the fridge (not frozen, so they do not hurt the gums). Keep items clean and appropriate for the baby's age so there is no choking risk.