All About Baby Teeth: Here's What to Expect

The telltale signs of a tooth being ready to come through include swollen gums and excessive drool. To help their baby through the discomfort, parents can massage their gums with clean fingers, or offer a solid teething ring or a frozen or wet washcloth. The AAP advises against teething tablets and gels containing belladonna or benzocaine, and does not condone the use of amber teething necklaces (these can pose a choking hazard and are not proven to be medically effective).