how old are kids when they start losing teeth

Most kids start losing baby teeth at around age 6, but anything from about 4 to 7 years old can still be normal.

Typical age range

• Most common : First loose tooth appears around age 6.

• Normal early/late : Some kids start as early as 4 and some as late as 7–8, especially if they got their baby teeth late.

• The whole baby-to-adult tooth transition usually finishes around ages 11–12.

Which teeth fall out first?

• The first to go are usually the lower front teeth (lower central incisors), followed by the upper front teeth.

• After that, side front teeth, then canines and molars loosen and fall out over the next several years.

When to check with a dentist

• If no baby teeth are loose by age 8, or tooth loss seems very uneven, it is worth asking a pediatric dentist.

• Sudden pain, significant swelling, or bleeding around a loose tooth should be checked promptly.

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