A baby tooth chart is a useful guide that helps parents track the eruption of their child’s primary (baby) teeth. These teeth typically begin to emerge around six months of age and are gradually replaced by permanent teeth starting at around six years old. Here’s a general breakdown of the typical timeline for the eruption of baby teeth:
Baby Tooth Eruption Chart
| Tooth | Age of Eruption | Age of Shedding (Permanent Tooth) |
|---|---|---|
| Central Incisors | 6-10 months | 6-7 years |
| Lateral Incisors | 9-13 months | 7-8 years |
| Canines (Cuspids) | 16-22 months | 10-12 years |
| First Molars | 13-19 months | 9-11 years |
| Second Molars | 25-33 months | 10-12 years |
General Guidelines:
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Lower teeth typically emerge first: The bottom two central incisors usually appear first, followed by the upper ones.
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Teething symptoms: As teeth begin to emerge, babies may experience irritability, drooling, and a desire to chew on things. Gums might also appear swollen or red.
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Teething order can vary: While the order in which teeth appear follows a general pattern, some variation is completely normal. For instance, some children may get their upper lateral incisors before their lower lateral incisors.
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All primary teeth generally appear by age 3: By the time a child is 3 years old, most will have their full set of 20 primary teeth, which will be gradually replaced by permanent teeth around age 6.
This chart can serve as a general guide to help you monitor your child’s dental development and recognize when they might need attention from a pediatric dentist.