In children’s dentistry, it is common for parents to ask us at what age babies’ first teeth appear and at what age children change their teeth. For them, we show you an illustration that shows the ages at which the different dental pieces are replaced.
The temporary dentition is made up of 20 temporary pieces, which begin to appear in the baby’s mouth 6 months after birth, and must be completed by 3 years.
The first permanent tooth, the first molar, appears around the age of 6 and marks the beginning of the mixed dentition, a period from 6 to 12 years of age. During this period, the temporary teeth will be progressively replaced by the permanent ones.
The permanent dentition is complete between the ages of 12 and 14, except for the “wisdom tooth” which usually erupts around the age of 18, although it sometimes does not and is retained in the jaw bones, often indefinitely.
Sometimes the replacement of the temporary teeth by the permanent ones does not take place according to the times foreseen in the illustration that we attach. If the delays are within a 6-month window, we shouldn’t worry. However, if the delay is greater, it would be advisable to go to a dental center with specialists in children’s dentistry to determine the causes of the delay as well as its possible treatment.
Knowing when the first teeth appear is very useful for parents since it is a process that usually generates stress and worry, and the information always helps to cope. On the other hand, when children’s first teeth fall out is also a marked event in our children’s childhood. Introducing popular figures such as the little mouse Pérez will help us experience the process more naturally.
At our clinic in Palma, we have a children’s dentistry area and spaces specially prepared for children. We also offer a free dental check-up service, this service is from 3 years old. Make an appointment now and enjoy these advantages.
