Baby teeth — everything parents need to know
A child has 20 baby teeth, and they usually start falling out between ages 5 and 7. It's often a big event for the child — and a perfect occasion for a Tooth Fairy visit.
When do kids lose baby teeth?
Most kids lose their first baby tooth between ages 5 and 7, and the last baby tooth is usually gone around age 12. There's wide variation — some kids are early, others later. Both are normal.
The most common order is: lower front teeth first, then upper, then molars and canines.
Order baby teeth fall out
1. Lower central incisors (around 5–7 years). 2. Upper central incisors (around 6–7 years). 3. Upper and lower lateral incisors (around 7–8 years). 4. First molars (around 9–11 years). 5. Canines (around 10–12 years). 6. Second molars (around 10–12 years).
What to do when a tooth gets loose
Let the child wiggle the tooth gently. It will fall out when it's ready. Never pull a tooth that isn't loose enough.
When the tooth is out, rinse the mouth and apply gentle pressure with gauze if bleeding occurs.
Make the tooth change magical
Many kids are a bit nervous the first time. Talk about the Tooth Fairy beforehand and create a little ritual. With Nulomi, you can register each tooth in a personal digital adventure.
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How many baby teeth does a child have?
A child has 20 baby teeth — 10 upper and 10 lower.
When does the first baby tooth come in?
The first baby tooth usually appears between 6 and 12 months of age.
What if a baby tooth doesn't fall out on its own?
If the tooth has been loose for many weeks and the permanent tooth is coming in behind it, contact your dentist.