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Is it normal for a 17 month old to be missing his lower lateral incisor? will his adult incisor come in? should i be concerned?
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Possible: But not possible to tell at this time, especially without a radiograph. It just might be delayed eruption. Even so, not much that can be done at his age. Have him seen by a pediatric dentist and have the situation monitored.
Answered 11/17/2013
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Eruption pattern: There is a very specific eruption patter for baby teeth, but individuals may vary widely from this pattern. Lower baby lateral incisors should erupt within 6 months of central incisors. If aberrant baby tooth eruption, permanent tooth eruption may also be affected. ALL CHILDREN should have 1st Dental Exam no later than 1st b'day. Recommend that you see a Pediatric Dental Specialist, a Pedodontist.
Answered 10/7/2018
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