This week's blog focuses on a questions one of our Facebook fans wrote us. That person wrote: "Kids start losing teeth around age 5-6. When do the last baby ones usually fall out?"
All children are different, but the last baby tooth usually falls out around age 12.
It's important to maintain the health of your child's baby teeth. Not only do those teeth help a child learn to chew and speak, but they also "save" the space for permanent teeth coming in. Without those baby teeth holding position, a child's permanent teeth may come in crooked and need orthodontic work.
As your pediatric dentist in Tucson, we're happy to give you guidance on how to manage your child's dental needs. If you have any questions, 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!