Patient's question:
My child is already 11 months old, but they haven't grown any teeth yet. I think their teething process is too slow. What should I do if my child is teething slowly? I'm very worried—is my child suffering from some illness?Doctor's answer:
Each baby has a different constitution, and the time of teething is not exactly the same. Generally, babies start teething around 6 months old, but some may not start until they are almost a year old. If teething does not pose a problem within the first year, but there is still no sign of teething after 12 months, it is important to consider whether there may be an endocrine disorder, such as congenital hypothyroidism, which can often lead to delayed teething. However, such patients often also exhibit short stature and delayed intellectual and motor development. Another possible cause is vitamin D deficiency rickets, as a lack of vitamin D can result in delayed teething.