When do babies get their first teeth?
The bottom front teeth usually come first, between 6 and 10 months, followed by the top front teeth (8 to 12 months) and the side teeth. Every baby has their own pace. If there are no teeth by 18 months, ask a dentist. Teething does not cause a high fever.
Baby teeth: typical age
| Tooth | Age (months) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom front | 6-10 | Usually first |
| Top front | 8-12 | |
| Top sides | 9-13 | |
| Bottom sides | 10-16 | |
| First molars | 13-19 | |
| Canines | 16-23 | |
| Second molars | 23-33 | Usually last |
Signs of teething
Drooling, chewing on everything, fussiness and poorer sleep are typical. A chilled (not frozen) teether and rubbing the gums with a clean finger can help.
Teething can raise the temperature slightly, but it does not cause a fever of 38°C (100.4°F) or more. If your baby has a fever, look for another cause and contact a doctor. Thresholds by age: baby fever.
First dental visit
Book the first visit to a pediatric dentist after the first tooth appears, and no later than around the first birthday.
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- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Growth and Development
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Teething (healthychildren.org)
This article is for information only and does not replace medical advice. If something worries you, contact a doctor. In an emergency, call your local emergency number.