{"id":60,"date":"2021-12-15T19:49:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-15T19:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=60"},"modified":"2022-02-04T22:11:53","modified_gmt":"2022-02-04T22:11:53","slug":"when-do-baby-teeth-erupt-or-fall-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsdentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/15\/when-do-baby-teeth-erupt-or-fall-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Baby Teeth: When Do They Erupt\/Fall Out?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As a parent, you\u2019ll see your little one\u2019s smile go through quite the transformation over the years. From their first gummy smile to their senior portraits, you\u2019ll be there to witness their journey every step of the way. By knowing what to expect, you can help keep their oral health in optimal condition for as long as possible. That said, here\u2019s a guide on when you can expect your child\u2019s baby teeth to erupt and fall out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Children Lose Their Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, it\u2019s essential to understand why<\/em> children lose their teeth<\/a>. The answer is quite simple \u2013 it\u2019s because everyone\u2019s teeth have to fall out eventually! At birth, everyone has all of their baby and adult teeth, even though you can\u2019t see them. Once the adult teeth begin to grow, the baby teeth become looser and their roots start dissolving. Eventually, the primary teeth will fall out, giving the permanent teeth room to erupt. When your child starts losing their pearly whites, make sure you communicate to them that it\u2019s a perfectly normal and healthy part of growing up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Do Baby Teeth Come In?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the eruption times can vary from child to child, most babies will begin to have teeth break through their gums at about six months of age. Typically, the first two teeth to erupt are the two bottom front teeth (two bottom central incisors). After that, the four front teeth emerge. Then, the other teeth slowly begin to fill in until your child is two to three years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most parents notice their child\u2019s baby teeth fall out right around the time they start going to school full time. That means it\u2019s pretty standard for children in kindergarten and first grade to walk around with gaps in their smiles. However, every child is different which means their teeth may fall out sooner or later compared to someone their age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, baby teeth fall out in the same order they came in. Since the two bottom front teeth and two top front teeth are usually the first to erupt, they\u2019re the ones to fall out first as well. Of course, the order in which they fall out can vary as every child is different. If you have any questions or concerns, don\u2019t hesitate to talk to your dentist.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips to Keep Your Baby\u2019s Smile Healthy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s incredibly important to instill good oral care habits at an early age. To keep their smile in optimal condition, make sure your child does the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n