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My son is 7 months 17 days old and only one tooth in front bottom is visible. As I know it is common to get 2 teeth together in front bottom . Is it normal or a thing of concern..?
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The eruption of baby teeth can vary widely among infants, and there's a broad range of what's considered normal. Typically, the first teeth to emerge are the lower central incisors (front bottom teeth), and they usually appear between 6 to 10 months of age. However, some babies may get their first tooth a bit earlier, while others might not see their first tooth until after their first birthday.
It's not uncommon for teeth to come in one at a time, with a gap between the appearance of each tooth. While it's more common to see teeth emerge in pairs, there's no strict rule about how many teeth should come in at once.
In your case, if your son has one visible tooth in front at 7 months and 17 days, that's still within the range of normal development. Babies' timelines for teething can vary, and as long as your child's overall health is good and there are no other concerning symptoms, there's likely no need for immediate concern.
If you have any worries or questions about your child's dental development, it's always a good idea to discuss them with your pediatrician or a pediatric dentist. They can provide personalized advice based on your child's specific situation and offer guidance on how to care for your baby's emerging teeth.
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It’s absolutely normal ! Just maintain a good oral hygiene
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It is normal nothing to be concerned or to worry
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It's absolutely normal
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maintain good oral hygiene
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Don’t worry please.. it’s absolutely normal.. there can be 3-4 month delay which is expected and normal.
The opposite tooth will erupt in few weeks time
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Maintain oral hygiene of your child by brushing/cleaning the erupted tooth
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
There is no need to be concerned. It is normal.
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Dr. Praveena Daniel
Dental Surgeon
19 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
Nothing to worry ....it is normal
Health Tips
maintain oral hygiene,use silicon finger brush.
regards.
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Dr. Arvind Mittal
Dentist
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Don’t worry.it is normal
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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
It's normal.
Don't worry.
You can visit a local pedodontist for physical evaluation (if required).
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