Yes, babies can get top teeth first, although it's less common than the bottom teeth erupting first.
While the typical teething pattern involves the two bottom central incisors emerging first, followed by the top central incisors, variations are perfectly normal. There's no need for concern if your baby's upper teeth appear before their lower teeth. The order of eruption doesn't necessarily indicate any underlying health issues.
Teething can be uncomfortable for babies, regardless of which teeth are erupting. Common signs of teething include:
- Increased drooling
- Irritability or fussiness
- Chewing on objects
- Swollen or tender gums
- Slightly elevated temperature (though high fevers are not usually caused by teething and warrant a doctor's visit).
You can help soothe your teething baby with the following methods:
- Giving them a teething ring or cold, wet washcloth to chew on.
- Gently rubbing their gums with a clean finger.
- Offering pain relief medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, as directed by their pediatrician.
It is important to note that any teething patterns that cause you concern should be directed toward a pediatrician.
