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Many babies develop their first tooth during the first year, often at around six months, but timing varies considerably.

Possible signs include sore gums, increased dribbling, chewing, restlessness and one flushed cheek. Babies may also show very few symptoms.

Check the official age range, dimensions, material, construction, grip, cleaning method and cooling instructions. Consider the baby’s ability to hold and mouth the product safely.

No, unless the manufacturer provides an explicit instruction that contradicts general guidance. The NHS recommends not freezing teethers solid because they may damage a baby’s gums.

Only if the product is specifically designed for that method and provides exact instructions. Never heat an ordinary teether.

Safety depends on the complete product, not only the material description. Check its age guidance, construction, dimensions, traceability and condition.

A pacifier is designed primarily for non-nutritive sucking. A teether is designed for chewing and gum stimulation. One should not be used as the other unless the manufacturer confirms both functions.

No. “Orthodontic” describes the design but does not guarantee that prolonged use will have no effect on oral development.

Yes. Check the nipple, shield, holes, ring and joins for tears, weakness, swelling, bite marks, trapped water or loose components.

Do not leave handheld teethers, mittens, holders or loose teething accessories with a sleeping baby unless the product instructions and current safer-sleep guidance specifically permit the use.

Review the official age and size range, materials, dimensions, construction, cleaning method, cooling or sterilisation instructions, replacement guidance and included accessories. For holders, check attachment instructions; for filled teethers, review leakage precautions; and for natural rubber, consider possible latex sensitivity.