Baby Tooth Eruption and Exfoliation Timeline
Primary tooth exfoliation sequence (approximate ages):
| Tooth | Exfoliation Age |
|---|---|
| Central incisors (lower/upper) | 6–7 years |
| Lateral incisors | 7–8 years |
| First molars | 9–11 years |
| Canines | 9–12 years |
| Second molars | 10–12 years |
By ~13 years, most children have a full permanent dentition (28 teeth, excluding third molars). Variation of ±1–2 years is normal.
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