Baby Teeth Chart
The primary, or "baby," teeth play a crucial role in dental development. Without them, a child cannot chew food properly and has difficulty speaking clearly. Primary teeth are vital to development of the jaws and for guiding the permanent (secondary) teeth into the correct position when they replace the primary teeth. Children typically lose the front four teeth around ages 6-8 and the back teeth (cuspids and molars) around ages 10-13.
When do baby teeth come in and fall out?
Use this chart as a general guide. Every child’s timing is a little different.
| Tooth | Comes in Months | Falls out Years |
|---|---|---|
| Central incisor | 8–12 | 6–7 |
| Lateral incisor | 9–13 | 7–8 |
| Canine (cuspid) | 16–22 | 10–12 |
| First molar | 13–19 | 9–11 |
| Second molar | 25–33 | 10–12 |
| Tooth | Comes in Months | Falls out Years |
|---|---|---|
| Central incisor | 6–10 | 6–7 |
| Lateral incisor | 10–16 | 7–8 |
| Canine (cuspid) | 17–23 | 9–12 |
| First molar | 14–18 | 9–11 |
| Second molar | 23–31 | 10–12 |
Timing reference: American Dental Association tooth eruption charts. Questions about your child’s teeth? We’re happy to take a look.
Since primary teeth guide the permanent teeth into place, infants with missing primary teeth or infants who prematurely lose primary teeth may require a space maintainer, a device used to hold the natural space open. Without a maintainer, the teeth can tilt toward the empty space and cause permanent teeth to come in crooked. Missing teeth should always be mentioned to your family dentist. The way your child cares for his/her primary teeth plays a critical role in how he/she treats the permanent teeth. Children and adults are equally susceptible to plaque and gum problems—hence, the need for regular care and dental checkups.
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