Childhood Milestones: Losing Their First Tooth

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A loose baby tooth is a big milestone for any kid!  Not only is it time for their first tooth fairy visit, but it's also time for their permanent teeth to start growing in.  Since every child is different, some kids are excited about their wiggling tooth, while other are nervous about what will happen when it falls out.  

You can assure them that it's normal!  Here are a few common questions we get that can help you determine what you can expect when your child loses their first tooth.

When will they lose their first tooth?
Most children lose their tooth around the age of 5-6.  However, it's possible for kids to reach 7 or 8 years old without losing any baby teeth!  While there is probably nothing wrong, we can make sure that their permanent teeth are growing in correctly with a few x-rays.

Which tooth will fall out first?
Teeth usually fall out in the order they first came in!

How do they care for their new teeth?
Now that your child's permanent teeth are growing in, brushing is more important than ever!  Make sure that your child gets into the habit of brushing their teeth for two minutes, two times a day.  This is a great habit that will help them keep their teeth healthy throughout their lives.

Take a look at this article for more information on what to expect, or of course you can always contact our office directly.  We can help you and your child better understand when they can expect to lose their first tooth and what to do afterwards.

Schedule an appointment by calling 516-222-5100 to reach our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to reach our Glen Cove office.  

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