Patient's question:
The baby is nine months old and has not yet started teething. Mostly, they rely on feeding, with breastfeeding being secondary. They have been taking calcium powder since birth. During the check-up, their weight and height are normal, and their overall health condition is good. The only issue is the lack of teething. I don't know why this is happening. I hope the experts can provide some guidance.Doctor's answer:
The first milk teeth of infants usually begin to erupt around 4 months, but most infants start teething after 6 months. Teeth typically come in pairs. The first to appear are the lower front teeth (central incisors), followed by the upper front teeth, then the lateral incisors, and subsequently the first molars and canines. Finally, the second molars emerge. By the age of 3, all 20 milk teeth are usually fully erupted.The timing of a baby's first tooth eruption varies, and it is considered normal if it occurs between 4 to 12 months. If a child has not yet started teething by the age of 1, there is no need to worry too much as long as other developmental milestones are being met. In rare cases, delayed teething may be due to metabolic disorders, but this is usually accompanied by other symptoms beyond dental issues.
The order of teething is influenced by genetics, calcium levels in the body, and whether there are any defects in the milk teeth.