When Do Baby Teeth Come In? Everything New Parents Need To Know

If you’re a proud new parent, you may be wondering what to expect when it comes to teething. When are your child’s first baby teeth supposed to come in? When will they have all of their baby teeth? And how should you care for your little one’s teeth when they start to come out? Get all the answers you need in this blog from the team at Mission Peak Pediatric Dentistry.

Your Child’s First Baby Teeth Will Erupt Between 6-12 Months Of Age

Generally speaking, you can expect your child to get their first baby teeth by the time they're between six and 12 months old. Usually, their bottom front teeth will come out first, sometime between the age of 5-7 months. Their top front teeth will come out around the same time, at about 6-8 months in most kids.

No two kids are exactly alike though. Your child’s teeth may come out a bit earlier, or start to emerge later. Some children may not even get their first baby teeth until they're 12 months of age or older. However, if you’re worried about your child’s baby teeth and oral development, you can see a Fremont pediatric dentist like Dr. Michael Wang for a consultation in Fremont. He can examine your child’s teeth and make sure everything looks normal.

‍Your Little One Will Have All Of Their Baby Teeth By The Time They're 3

After your child gets their first front baby teeth, the rest of their baby teeth will start to erupt. Most kids have a full set of baby teeth by the time they're three years old. Again, though, this can vary depending on your child. 

Baby teeth erupt from front to back. The teeth on either side of your child’s upper and lower front teeth will start to come out around the age of 12 months. Then, their first set of molars will emerge between 12 and 16 months, and their final set of back teeth will come out between 20 and 30 months.

‍How Should I Care For My Child’s Baby Teeth?

Now that your little one has their baby teeth, how should you take care of them? It’s simple. Just follow these steps to make sure you avoid cavities and keep your child’s new smile healthy.

• Brush their baby teeth when they erupt – Once your child has baby teeth, brush them at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush, and a smear of fluoride toothpaste. Once your child knows how to spit, you can switch to using a pea-sized dab of fluoride toothpaste.

• Keep their gums clean, too – When you brush your child’s teeth, make sure you also brush their gums gently to remove food particles and bacteria that may build up over time.
  
  
• Never put your baby to bed with a bottle – You should never put your baby to bed with a bottle, especially if it contains milk, formula, juice, or any other drink with sugar. This can lead to “baby bottle decay,” a serious condition that will compromise your child’s baby teeth.
  
  
• See a pediatric dentist when their first tooth emerges – Did you know that the American Association of Pediatric Dentists recommends that kids see a pediatric dentist once they turn one year old, or whenever their first tooth erupts? If your baby has their first tooth, bring them into Mission Peak Pediatric Dentistry for their first checkup.

Need A Pediatric Dentist In Fremont? Come To Mission Peak Pediatric Dentistry!

As your child grows and their mouth continues to develop, it’s important to bring them to the dentist for preventive care. Seeing a pediatric dentist like Dr. Wang protect your child’s oral health, allows us to keep an eye on your child’s oral development, and helps them learn more about the importance of dentistry. So don’t wait. We’re always accepting new patients at Mission Peak Pediatric Dentistry, so contact us online or give us a call at (510) 980-7325 to schedule an appointment today.