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My daughter who was born premature is 8months but she is not showing any sign of teething, why?
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Normal development: Your daughter is still in the normal timeframe for teeth eruption so no need to worry her. Most babies will get thrie first teeth before 12 months. Being premature may slow down development a bit. If no teeth by 12 months she should be checked by a dentist.
Answered 12/30/2013
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Variable feature: A first tooth can be present at birth or not until 15 mo in normal kids.They all seem to fill in the mouth with a set by age 3.
Answered 12/30/2013
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