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When Will My Child Lose a Tooth?

"When will my child lose a tooth?" 

I get asked this question on a weekly basis.  This cutie pie is my oldest daughter.  She lost her first tooth at five and a half in the carpool drop-off line.  She was so excited to show her friends and brag about how brave she was when Mommy pulled it.  Every tooth my child loses is a reminder that she is growing up.  I cherish these moments because the days are long, but the years are short!

When it comes to losing teeth, our bodies have a pattern that it follows. Losing teeth happens in two stages.

The front eight teeth - called incisors - are lost between ages 6-8 followed by an eerie lull lasting a year or so.  Suddenly, the back teeth start popping out like popcorn! The twelve baby teeth in the back - the cuspids and molars - are typically all gone by the time a child turns 14.

As with anything, not everyone follows the same pattern and there is likely nothing to be concerned about if your child loses teeth early or is a little late. Click here for the AAPD's Dental Growth and Development Chart.  If you have a baby, and you are awaiting their first tooth, check out my blog post on when baby teeth come in.  Whether you are wondering when your child will lose a tooth or when your child will get a tooth in, I have resources for you!

 

Posted In: Children's Oral Health

Meet Emilee

Most importantly, I am a mom who loves and wants what is best for her children.  Secondly, I am a pediatric dentist who wants to help you tackle common problems like being able to brush your child's teeth, tips on your child stopping the pacifier, and strategies to improve oral home care.  Thirdly, I am a human that is in survival mode just like everyone else.  Deep breath!  You've got this!

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