NHS CAS Teething
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    CAS teething

    Support for managing teething symptoms and keeping your child as comfortable as possible.

    • Reassurance on what is normal during teething
    • Advice to ease sore gums and unsettled sleep
    • Guidance on safe options for pain and temperature
    • Clear next steps if symptoms are not improving
    30 minute appointmentNHS serviceNHS

    Child-focused, gentle guidance

    Practical tips to soothe sore gums and reduce discomfort, tailored to your child’s age and symptoms.

    Symptom check and safety net

    A careful review of symptoms with clear advice on what to watch for and when to seek further help.

    Help when you need it

    Quick access to advice so you can feel more confident managing symptoms at home.

    The Process

    What this service involves

    You will be asked about your child’s age, symptoms, temperature, feeding, and how they are behaving. You will receive practical advice on comfort measures and suitable options to help ease gum pain. You will leave knowing what to try at home and what changes should prompt further support.

    Parent or carer led appointment

    Designed for parents and carers, with time to ask questions and talk through what you have noticed.

    Clear, simple plan

    Advice is summarised into easy steps so you can feel confident about what to do next.

    Included

    What we provide

    These are the main parts of the support you will receive during your visit.

    Teething symptom review

    A structured chat about symptoms, feeding, sleep, and any temperature to understand what support is suitable.

    Comfort and soothing measures

    Practical tips such as chilled teething aids, gentle gum massage, and ways to settle your child.

    Safe pain relief guidance

    Advice on age-appropriate options, how to use them correctly, and what to avoid.

    What to expect over time

    A clear idea of typical teething patterns and when symptoms should start to ease.

    Clear next steps

    Guidance on what to do if symptoms persist, worsen, or do not fit with teething.

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    Who it's for

    Who this service is for

    Suitable when you want reassurance, symptom relief advice, and a clear plan for what to try at home.

    Babies starting to cut teeth

    Helpful when drooling, gum rubbing, and mild irritability are affecting feeding or sleep.

    Toddlers with sore gums

    Support for managing discomfort during new teeth coming through and keeping routines as settled as possible.

    Families wanting reassurance

    Ideal if you are unsure what is normal and want clear guidance on what to watch for.

    FAQs

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