I’ve turned to orajel when both of my boys were teething.  They have been around for 40 years, so of course I feel like I can trust their products.  Rowan is working on his eye teeth, which I think are the worst of them all.  3 of them have finally broken through, but we are still waiting for the last one.  Orajel has a new teething gel out – cooling cucumber teething gel.  I was anxious to give it a try and see if it gave Rowan and relief.

Pros:  Orajel uses Benzocaine which is a local topical anesthetic.  It works by blocking nerve signals in the body, thus creating the numbing feeling.  Click here to learn more about Benzocaine.  Orajel has that signature taste.  If you’ve ever used orajel, you know what I am talking about.  Both of my boys cringe when they use normal orajel, and with good reason.  Although the product works well, it doesn’t exactly taste good.  This new cooling cucumber gel tastes so much better.  It has a nice melon flavor, and tastes actually very good. (Yes, I would know because it was mommy tested :) )  Rowan actually opens his mouth when he sees it coming because he knows it tastes good.  It’s always nice to give your child medicine that they don’t fight you on.  
There is a suggestion to keep it in the refrigerator for extra cooling.  I really like this suggestion because we all know that cold things feel good on sore gums.  
The gel includes cucumber extract which also helps to soothe the gums.  
I really think a little goes a long way too, which means you have to buy the product less often.  
It is the #1 pediatrician  recommended teething pain reliever because it allows your baby instant relief.  It has really helped Rowan calm right down when he is having teething pain, which I love.  It definitely works well.
Cons:  Sometimes the consistency doesn’t stay the same.  I may squeeze the tube and get a gel out that is more firm, and then all of a sudden it seems to be straight liquid, which can sometimes make a mess.  I notice the consistency is somewhat better when refrigerated.  I’m also not hugely fond of having to cut the tip of the tube. The first time I bought orajel, I cut it way to far down, and the gel starting oozing out everywhere.  I’m sure not to make that mistake now, and make sure I cut it towards the top.  Just a tip for those using or wanting to buy orajel!
The Bottom Line:  Wonderful new teething gel, great taste, works well.
Price:  $5.99 for .33 ounces
Where to Buy:  All major grocers and retailers.  For a location near you, visit baby orajel.
Rating:  Excellent
Baby Orajel sent me 5 extra tubes to give away!  That means 5 winners.
Here’s how to enter to win a tube:
Have you ever used orajel?  If so, what is your favorite feature? – 1 entry
You can enter this contest unlimited times, as long as your comments are centered around teething or Baby Orajel.  Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
Contest ends May 5th at 11:59 MST.  Open to US residents only, winners have 3 days to contact me after winning.

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