Pacifiers can be helpful during a baby’s first years. They can calm babies, help them settle, and may lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) when used at nap time and bedtime. However, using a pacifier for too long can affect how a child’s teeth and jaw grow. Long-term pacifier use may increase…
A grey tooth can worry any parent, especially when it appears after a fall or bump. In toddlers, a grey baby tooth often develops after an injury damages the blood vessels or pulp inside the tooth. Sometimes the tooth heals without treatment. In other cases, the injury can damage the pulp or cause an infection…
Swollen gums can make a toddler fussy, uncomfortable, and less interested in eating. Teething is one common reason for swollen and tender gums, but an injury, food stuck around a tooth, or a dental problem can also cause swelling. If your child is teething, you can usually help them feel better with simple care at…
