Baby Teeth Development Guide

Smiling baby and cartoon teeth illustration focused on baby teeth development.

Quick Answer Babies typically get their first tooth around 6 months of age, with all 20 primary (baby) teeth usually appearing by age 3. Children begin losing baby teeth around age 6, with the last baby teeth falling out between ages 10-12. While there’s a general order to tooth eruption and loss, every child’s timeline … Read more

Your Child’s First Dental Visit: The Complete 2026 Guide

Pediatric dentist examining a baby's teeth using the knee-to-knee method while the parent holds the baby and the mother watches.

Quick Answer Children should have their first dental visit by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth appearing—whichever comes first. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends this timeline to establish a “dental home,” catch problems early, and help children develop positive associations with dental care before any treatment becomes necessary. … Read more