After years of taking care of baby teeth, parents may wonder what happens when a child begins to show permanent teeth. Here's some information on what to expect.
While most children have 20 baby (primary) teeth (10 on top and 10 below), your child will eventually get 32 permanent teeth (16 on top and 16 below). Your child's baby teeth will naturally loosen to make way for the permanent teeth that replace them. Some teeth, especially the molars, will come in without a baby tooth holding its place. You will see this molar appear around 6-7 years of age.
Your child will be using these teeth throughout the rest of his or her lifetime, so it's good to use proper hygiene even at a young age. Brushing twice a day, flossing once a day, and scheduling regular dental visits will help keep your child's smile bright now and well into adulthood.
As your pediatric dentist in Tucson, we want to help you understand all aspects of your child's dental care. Feel free to call us at (520) 544-8522.
About Northwest Children's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Norman Bunch and Dr. Jennifer Marshall are a husband and wife team providing general dentistry for kids in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, and surrounding areas. Northwest Children's Dentistry provides top-notch care for toddlers, children, teens, and special needs children as your local Tucson dentist. If you’re looking for a kids dentist in Tucson, contact us today!