teething gel
Infant mouth relief
Teething gel is a topical medication applied to a baby's gums to relieve pain and discomfort during teething.
Most contain a mild numbing agent like benzocaine or lidocaine, though some use natural ingredients.
Parents rub a small amount on swollen gums where teeth are emerging: The teething gel helped him sleep through the night.
- babyVery young child
- gumsOral tissue surrounding teeth
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- numbingCausing loss of sensation
- droolSaliva spilling out
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