{"id":242,"date":"2022-01-19T00:07:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T00:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/blog\/?p=242"},"modified":"2022-08-11T12:25:18","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T12:25:18","slug":"baby-teeth-101-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/blog\/baby-teeth-101-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide to Baby Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Nothing is more exciting than your child\u2019s first tooth. Although they are only in place for a few short years, their primary teeth are crucial for their health and development; however, every child\u2019s smile is unique. It can be difficult to know what\u2019s normal or not. Don\u2019t worry, here\u2019s a complete guide to baby teeth, so you know exactly what to expect over the years.<\/p>\n

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Most Primary Teeth Erupt Between 6-12 Months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most babies will have their first tooth appear between 6-12 months. While this is considered normal, it\u2019s not unusual for infants as young as 3 months to get teeth. Some babies won\u2019t have any emerge until their first birthday. If they don\u2019t have any teeth before they are 6 months old, don\u2019t panic. Everyone\u2019s child develops at their own rate but usually has all 20 baby teeth by the age of 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Baby Tooth is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your child\u2019s first set of teeth will fall out, eventually. Although they are only there for a short time, every baby tooth serves a purpose. Not only do they create a smile that will melt your heart, but baby teeth allow them to learn to eat and speak. They are essential to developing necessary oral functions while acting as placeholders for the adult teeth. Baby teeth also give your child\u2019s face its shape and form. If even one tooth is lost too soon, it can have lasting consequences for their dental health and development, like alignment issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect the Tooth Fairy About Age 6<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Around the age of 6, you can anticipate your child\u2019s first loose tooth. Their primary teeth will be replaced one by one until about the age of 12. As they reach the end of their teen years, you can expect their wisdom teeth to emerge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baby Teeth Aren\u2019t Immune to Tooth Decay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although cavities are preventable, tooth decay is the most prevalent chronic condition for American children. It\u2019s more common than childhood asthma, so you\u2019ll want to take several steps at home to support a cavity-free smile, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n