When do baby teeth come out?
Short answer
Most babies start getting teeth between 6 and 12 months. All 20 baby teeth are usually in by age 3.
Simple explanation
Baby teeth (also called milk teeth) come in a rough order: lower front teeth first, then upper front teeth, then side and back teeth. Every child is different — a few months earlier or later is normal.
When this usually matters
Knowing the timing helps you tell teething from other problems.
When to seek dental help
If a child has no teeth by 18 months, or if new teeth look very different from normal, ask a dentist.
Questions to ask your dentist
- •Is my child on track for their age?
- •When should the first dental visit be?
- •What can I do at home for teething?
This is simple educational information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a dental examination. Your dentist may recommend something different depending on your mouth, X-rays, pain, infection, gums, bone, medical history, and clinical judgment.