I know there are a million threads on this but I couldnt find exactly what I'm asking for....or I didnt read all of them

I was just wondering if it is normal for my 5 month old to be tearing more than normal while he is teething. I just noticed yesturday he has lost two teeth on the top and two on the bottom and is chewing like crazy. But he has also begun tearing more than he usually does so I wanted to make sure this is a normal side effect of tearing......and of course I turn to the experts. Any advice is appreciated!!
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