Teething
The natural process when an infant's teeth erupt (appear from within the gums). Typically, this begins around six months and can last until three years old.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this
39 year experience in Internal Medicine
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How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Very common |
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