To Chris & Assistants,
I would like to say a BIG thank you for all your help with my dental care, I really appreciate it, thank you so much,
Luv Sharon
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So Grateful To You
28th April 2019
Children's Teeth
It is recommended that children go to the dentist with their parents as soon as possible. You should then take them regularly, as often as your dentist recommends. This will let them get used to the noises, smells and surroundings and prepare them for future visits. The earlier these visits begin, the more relaxed the child will be.
First (or 'baby' or ‘milk') teeth usually start to appear when your child is around 6 months old. All 20 baby teeth should appear by the age of 2. The first permanent 'adult' molars (back teeth) will appear at about 6 years, before the first baby teeth start to fall out at about 6 to 7.
The permanent 'adult' teeth will then replace the 'baby' teeth. It is usually the lower front teeth that are lost first, followed by the upper front teeth shortly after. All permanent teeth should be in place by the age of 13, except the ‘wisdom' teeth. These may appear any time between 18 and 25 years of age.
All children are different and develop at different rates.
Click on the links for more information about children's teeth, as well as
- dental care for mother and baby
- dental erosion
- knocked out teeth
- living with my brace
- mouthguards
- my teeth
- pit and fissure sealants
- teens' teeth
The following resources are aimed at pupils and their families, to help them to learn about healthier teeth and healthier eating habits: