Learn About the Number of Children’s Teeth and When They Fall Out

How many teeth do children have? Teeth are among the most important organs in the human body, and they begin to appear a few months after a child’s birth, emerging gradually. In this article, we will discuss the number of children’s teeth and the difference between milk teeth and permanent teeth.

How many teeth do children have

How many teeth do children have?

Usually, children have 20 teeth in their mouths, including 10 teeth on the upper jaw and 10 on the lower jaw. The distribution of the number of teeth varies slightly between 8 and 12 teeth at the age of one and a half years, but it may sometimes be delayed.

It is worth mentioning that the number of adult teeth reaches 32, which is 12 more than a child’s milk teeth. Children’s teeth should be cared for properly, especially during the emergence of milk teeth and until they are replaced by permanent teeth around the age of six.

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How do permanent teeth differ from a child’s milk teeth?

When it comes to children’s dental health, parents should be aware of the clear differences between milk teeth and permanent teeth. This will help them take care of their child’s dental health from an early age. In this section, we will highlight how permanent teeth differ from a child’s milk teeth:

• Number: A child’s teeth differ from permanent teeth in number, as milk teeth are fewer than permanent teeth, because some milk teeth fall out before the permanent teeth emerge.
• Tooth size: The size of a milk tooth is smaller than a permanent tooth, and they can be easily distinguished. Parents can observe this in each tooth, starting from the incisors, molars, and canines.
• Tooth details: Permanent teeth have different details than milk teeth. When the permanent front teeth emerge, there are usually small protrusions on the cutting edge that diminish over time, and the overall shape of milk molars is simpler than permanent ones.
• Outer coating: Milk teeth also differ in their outer coating, as permanent teeth appear in children before the milk teeth fall out, and in some cases, they do not shed easily.
• Number of teeth: Children’s permanent teeth number around 32, differing in shape and size from milk teeth, and usually emerge around the age of six years and continue until the child reaches 12 years old.
• Shedding of milk teeth: Typically, milk teeth (primary teeth) start to fall out to make room for the emergence of permanent teeth when the child reaches around six years of age.

How many teeth does a one-and-a-half-year-old child have?

When a child reaches one and a half years old, they have about 12 teeth. They typically grow around four teeth every six months, and at this age, milk teeth usually appear. The child will have around 8 front teeth and 4 canines, and the milk teeth will be smaller in size and whiter than the permanent teeth that grow after this age.

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How many teeth does a one-and-a-half-year-old child have?

When and why do children’s teeth fall out?

Children’s milk teeth usually fall out when they reach 6 to 7 years old, as they become weak and loose due to the growth of permanent teeth. However, this process may be delayed, and causes of permanent tooth loss in children include oral diseases, poor dental hygiene, plaque buildup, and permanent teeth growing in an improper position. Therefore, we must maintain oral and dental health for children and seek appropriate treatment if there are any issues.

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Why is it important to care for a child’s milk teeth?

A child’s milk teeth require special care, as they form the foundation for future permanent teeth and have health implications that affect the child’s overall health. Failure to properly care for a child’s milk teeth can lead to gum inflammation and tooth decay, which can negatively impact the child’s overall health and future tooth development. It is essential to take the right steps to maintain a child’s milk teeth in a healthy condition.

How to care for a child’s teeth

Caring for a child’s teeth is important from birth, as these milk teeth form the foundation for the growth and development of permanent teeth. Therefore, maintaining their cleanliness is crucial, and mothers should be educated about it. To help mothers better care for their child’s teeth, they can follow these steps:

1. Ensure that the child finishes breastfeeding before bedtime, so the mother can clean the child’s teeth properly.
2. Use a toothbrush designed for children, and start brushing the teeth as soon as they appear. It is recommended to apply a small amount of toothpaste suitable for the child’s age.
3. Guide the child’s hand while brushing their teeth to help them feel the correct motion. It is expected that the mother will remain responsible for brushing the child’s teeth until they are 6 to 8 years old.
4. It is recommended to brush teeth twice a day for two minutes, using toothpaste containing fluoride, and then spit out the toothpaste without rinsing the mouth.
5. It is advisable to avoid using a baby bottle for any liquid other than milk and start using low-fluoride toothpaste designed for children when the child learns how to spit things out of their mouth.
6. To protect milk teeth from tooth decay, it is essential to regularly clean the child’s mouth and have a dentist check the child annually, following the treating physician’s instructions.

How to care for a child’s teeth

Symptoms of tooth decay in children

Children may experience tooth decay at an early age, and some symptoms should be observed by parents to diagnose and treat the problem. Here is a list of the most common symptoms of tooth decay in children:

1. White or brown spots appear on the tooth surface
   When tooth decay starts, white or brown spots may appear on the tooth surface. Parents should pay attention to this symptom and seek treatment before the problem worsens.
2. Crying and irritability
   A child’s behavior can be an important indicator of a health issue, including crying and irritability, which may signal that the child is in pain.
3. Inability to tolerate hot and cold food and drinks
   Tooth decay can affect tooth sensitivity, causing children to feel pain when consuming hot or cold foods and even drinks.
4. Swollen gums
   In some cases, tooth decay may lead to swollen gums, causing the child to feel pain and discomfort.
5. Lethargy and dullness
   If a child is suffering from tooth decay, they may become lethargic and dull, in addition to a lack of interest in playing and interacting with others.

How many days does it take for a child’s tooth to emerge?

It takes about eight days for a child’s tooth to emerge, including four days before the tooth breaks through the gum and three days after. The emergence of teeth depends on the age ranging from 4 to 15 months.

Usually, the other teeth start to appear regularly after that, and teething typically begins around 6 months of age, but it can vary and start at any age between 3 and 12 months.

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