Should I Put Aspirin On My Children’s Gums?




There is a myth going around that putting Aspirin on the gums provides a remedy to a child’s toothache. This in fact is not an approved remedy for a toothache. Prior to giving your child any medicine it is recommended by Dr. Fuller you contact your child’s pediatric dentist to determine if a more intensive procedure needs to be done. Just giving a child aspirin may cover up a serious problem.

Putting aspirin on the gums can cause what is called an aspirin burn. It actually burns the gum tissues and can cause more pain then what they started with. In order to avoid dental pain for your children, have them brush 2x a day for 2 minutes. The toothbrush should fit comfortably in their mouth. They need to floss 1x a day to remove food from between the teeth.  It is also important for them to brush their tongue to remove any bacteria stuck on the tongue and in between the grooves.

If you need to give your child aspirin, they should always take it as directed and in the right dosage. For more information on Aspirin burn or other dental procedures for your children contact Dr. Fuller and his team today.

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