Baby Teeth Chart
The Baby Teeth Chart is a health reference tool covering baby teeth chart, baby tooth eruption chart, baby teeth order chart, primary teeth chart. Use the chart below to look up values instantly. Printable and downloadable versions are available on this page.
Baby Teeth Tracker
Enter your baby's age in months to see which teeth have erupted, which are expected next, and which may be delayed.
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Baby Teeth Eruption Chart
Baby Teeth (Primary Teeth) Eruption and Loss Schedule
| Tooth Name | Upper Jaw — Eruption Age (months) | Lower Jaw — Eruption Age (months) | Typical Age Lost (years) |
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| Central Incisors Front teeth | 8–12 months | 6–10 months | 6–7 years |
| Lateral Incisors Next to front teeth | 9–13 months | 10–16 months | 7–8 years |
| Canines (Cuspids) Pointy teeth | 16–22 months | 17–23 months | 10–12 years |
| First Molars | 13–19 months | 14–18 months | 9–11 years |
| Second Molars Back baby teeth | 25–33 months | 23–31 months | 10–12 years |
Eruption timing varies significantly between children. Up to 6 months earlier or later than these ranges is considered normal. If no teeth have appeared by 18 months of age consult a paediatric dentist.
Source: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and American Dental Association (ADA)
Permanent Teeth Eruption Chart
Permanent Teeth Eruption Schedule
| Tooth Name | Upper Jaw — Eruption Age (years) | Lower Jaw — Eruption Age (years) |
|---|---|---|
| Central Incisors | 7–8 years | 6–7 years |
| Lateral Incisors | 8–9 years | 7–8 years |
| Canines (Cuspids) | 11–12 years | 9–10 years |
| First Premolars (First Bicuspids) | 10–11 years | 10–12 years |
| Second Premolars (Second Bicuspids) | 10–12 years | 11–12 years |
| First Molars 6-year molars | 6–7 years | 6–7 years |
| Second Molars 12-year molars | 12–13 years | 11–13 years |
| Third Molars (Wisdom Teeth) | 17–21 years | 17–21 years |
Source: ADA and AAPD permanent teeth eruption timeline
How Many Teeth Do Children Have?
- 1 Babies are born with no visible teeth but all 20 primary (baby) teeth are already formed and present in the jaw — they begin erupting at approximately 6 months of age and the full set of 20 is usually in place by age 3.
- 2 A full set of primary teeth consists of 20 teeth — 10 upper and 10 lower. These are 4 central incisors, 4 lateral incisors, 4 canines, 4 first molars, and 4 second molars.
- 3 Permanent teeth begin replacing primary teeth around age 6. A full adult set consists of 32 teeth including 4 wisdom teeth — or 28 if the wisdom teeth do not erupt or are removed.
- 4 The mixed dentition phase — when a child has both baby teeth and permanent teeth — typically lasts from approximately age 6 to age 12 or 13.
Baby Teeth Care Guide
- Begin cleaning gums before teeth appear — wipe gums with a damp clean cloth after each feeding to remove bacteria-containing milk residue.
- As soon as the first tooth erupts brush twice daily using a baby-sized toothbrush and a rice-grain amount of fluoride toothpaste (for children under 3) or a pea-sized amount (for children 3 to 6).
- Schedule the first dental visit by the child's first birthday or within 6 months of the first tooth erupting — whichever comes first. See the AAPD guidance on first dental visits for what to expect.
- Avoid putting a baby to sleep with a bottle of milk, formula, or juice — prolonged contact with sugary liquids causes baby bottle tooth decay which can damage teeth even before they fully erupt.
- Never share spoons, lick a dummy to clean it, or pre-chew a baby's food — bacteria that cause tooth decay (Streptococcus mutans) are transmitted from adult saliva to infant and colonise the mouth.
Baby Teeth Tracker
Enter your baby's age in months to see which primary teeth have erupted, which are expected next, and which may be delayed — with a visual interactive tooth diagram.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do babies start teething?
Most babies cut their first tooth (usually a lower central incisor) between 4 and 7 months of age. The average age of first tooth eruption is 6 months but anywhere from 3 to 12 months is within the normal range.
What is the order that baby teeth come in?
Typically the lower central incisors appear first (6 to 10 months) followed by the upper central incisors (8 to 12 months). After the front teeth the lateral incisors appear then the first molars then the canines and finally the second molars — completing the full set of 20 by approximately age 3.
When do kids lose their first tooth?
Most children lose their first baby tooth at age 6 to 7 years — typically one of the lower central incisors. The lower front teeth are usually the first to go because the permanent central incisors erupt directly beneath them.
How many baby teeth does a child have?
Children have 20 primary (baby) teeth — 10 upper and 10 lower. These consist of 4 central incisors, 4 lateral incisors, 4 canines, 4 first molars, and 4 second molars.
Do baby teeth matter if they fall out anyway?
Yes — baby teeth are important. They hold space in the jaw for permanent teeth, support speech development, allow proper chewing, and affect the child's confidence and appearance. Early loss of baby teeth due to decay can cause crowding problems when permanent teeth arrive.
What are the 6-year molars?
The 6-year molars are the first permanent molars — they erupt at the very back of the mouth behind the baby teeth at around age 6 to 7. They are important anchor teeth and are among the most decay-prone because children often do not brush that far back in the mouth.
When do wisdom teeth come in?
Wisdom teeth (third molars) typically erupt between ages 17 and 21. They are the last teeth to develop — some people never develop one or more wisdom teeth and many people require extraction due to insufficient jaw space.
What causes early teething or late teething?
Teething timing is largely genetic — if parents teethed early or late their children often follow the same pattern. Premature birth can also delay teething relative to the child's chronological age.