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A member asked:
Which is more likely to cause a delay in teeth growth: health problem or is it a symptom of a psychological issue?
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Medical problem: I know of no instances where a psychological issue has interfered with the growth and development and eruption of teeth. Might want to check with the psychology/psychiatry experts on this.
Answered 9/26/2015
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Genetics: Genetics play a very large part in the eruption pattern and timing of the transition between primary and secondary teeth. Since there is a wide range in this timing, what you might consider delayed may well be within normal limits. Discuss this with your dentist or the child's pediatrician.
Answered 3/20/2013
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