Teething pains exacerbate the “terrible twos” as little ones do not understand why they hurt and certainly have not developed coping mechanisms to deal with the pain. So they will often cry and throw tantrums almost daily while cutting teeth.

Can teething affect toddlers Behaviour?

Many toddlers show no signs of pain while teething. However, when these molars come through, it can be particularly painful and lead to crankiness and irritability.

Can teething cause aggressive behavior?

“The first thing you'll see is a couple of bumps,” Shenkin adds. “They'll become whiter as they erupt into the mouth.” Parents should expect some changes in behavior around this time, Shenkin says, especially in terms of irritability. “Kids are going to be angry and fussy and crying, maybe more so than normal.