The Lifespan of Baby Teeth: When Do They Erupt & Fall Out?

The Lifespan of Baby Teeth: When Do They Erupt & Fall Out? The emergence of children's baby teeth (primary teeth) and their eventual fall out, indicate child's growth and development. To ensure that their oral structure is developing appropriately during these periods, regular checkups with their pediatric dentist are essential. Discover more about your child's dental growth and health below, including when to expect their first teeth to erupt and fall out as well as how to manage discomfort associated with teething. 

When Do Baby Teeth Grow In? Primary teeth, more commonly known as baby teeth, are the first teeth that erupt into the mouth, as early as three months old and as late as 15 months old. To begin with, they have about 20 primary teeth  During this six to eight-month age range, your baby will also begin to eat different solid foods in addition to breast milk and formula, including vegetable purees, eggs,  so it’s an exciting time! 

When Does Teething Start? As early as three months old, you may notice that your baby shows signs of discomfort due to teething, as their gums will be sore, inflamed, and may ache. Your family’s knowledgeable pediatric dentist can help you find safe and effective methods to help curb their pain and irritation and allow everyone in the house to find a little more rest.  Some signs that could signal that your child is teething include: 

1.Increased drooling  2.Face rash caused by drool 3.Fussiness 4Red and swollen gums  5.Difficulty sleeping  6.A slight increase in body temperature, but no fever 

 When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out? Although the precise age can vary from child to child, baby teeth often start to fall out and make place for permanent teeth around the age of six or seven. By the time kids are twelve, their permanent teeth will be erupting and the majority of their baby teeth will have gone out.  Regular visits to the pediatric dentist can help you learn about the changes taking place and how to support your kid during these crucial periods in their growth and development. Having a specialist by your side to help guide you can be a huge relief, even though the fussiness and discomfort associated with teething may not be ideal!