Drooling is the result of salivation that is not being swallowed. In children this is generally either due to increased production (as when teething) or not swallowing (either because they're not interested or because of anatomic or developmental abnormalities). As children age, they become more adept at swallowing oral secretions and drooling diminishes.

At 2 years of age, most children do not continue to drool. An examination to rule out foreign bodies, anatomic or developmental anomalies, or chronic irritation from erupting teeth may be warranted.

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