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How Many Teeth Kids Have and How to Take Care of Them

May 5, 2021 - toothbar - 0 comments Austin Preventive Dentistry

Congratulations! Your baby’s first tooth just appeared.

Start your child’s tooth care regimen early on to encourage good dental hygiene habits. Austin preventative dentistry at The Toothbar serves children as early as their first birthday to start regularly cleaning and maintaining their teeth.

How Many Teeth Do Kids Have?

According to Mount Healthy, a partner of the American Dental Association (ADA), kids start out with 20 baby teeth that erupt between 6-33 months of age. Children start to lose their baby teeth as early as between ages 5-6. The last baby tooth is lost between the age of 11 and 12. Their adult teeth start growing as soon as age 6. The last adult tooth grows in as late as age 21 with the molars. Austin Invisalign dentistry can help to aid any child or teen’s teeth to grow straightly.

Can I Start My Child’s Tooth Care Regimen Before He/She Gets Teeth?

Yes! According to WebMD, infant tooth care will encourage proper speech development and overall nutrition.

Even before their teeth erupt from the gums, you can start a cleaning regimen by taking a clean damp cloth and using water to rinse the gums throughout the day. Austin preventative dentistry will give you more information on proper tooth care for your child as he or she ages.

As your child ages, you can rely on Austin invisalign dentistry to fix their teeth into place if they are growing crookedly.

How Do I Clean My Child’s First Teeth at Age 1?

To discourage swallowing, use a fluoride-free tooth and gum cleanser or toothpaste with an age-appropriate toothbrush to clean your child’s teeth.

Combine these efforts with Austin cosmetic dentistry at Toothbar for optimum cleaning and tooth care when your child hits his or her first birthday.

When Can I Switch My Child to Fluoride Toothpaste?

Toddlers aged 2-3 have their full set of baby teeth grown. Transition your child to a kids’ fluoride toothpaste during this age range to prevent cavities and properly clean their teeth in between meals.

Schedule Your Toothbar Appointment Today!

Schedule an Austin cosmetic dentistry appointment at The Toothbar for your child today by calling (512)-949-8202 or scheduling online using an electronic contact form.

Dr. Kimberley Barclay

Co-founder and owner Dr. Kimberley Barclay is actively involved in local and national dental societies, including the Capital Area Dental Society and Spear Education courses on cosmetic dentistry. She is also a member of the Seattle Study Club, one of the most advanced education groups for dental professionals.

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This content was fact-checked by Dr. Kimberley Barclay and Dr. Lauren Jacobsen following editorial guidelines. Dr. Kimberley Barclay is actively involved in local and national dental societies, including the Capital Area Dental Society and Spear Education courses on Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Lauren Jacobsen is an active member of the dental community and engages in further education and training through membership with a local chapter of the Seattle Study Club and Spear Education courses.

Schedule Your Visit Now

Our team is ready to book your appointment. The proper Dental Care can make the difference in years to come. We don't just improve the aesthetics of your smile, we make sure your dental health is set for the long run.

Schedule your visit now