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Does everybody lose all theirr baby teeth, even the molars?
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Usually but...: You are supposed to lose all your baby teeth, but some individuals who do not develop 1 or more permanent teeth to push out their corresponding baby teeth, retain their baby teeth well into adulthood. X-rays reveal the development of both baby and permanent teeth so ask your dentist if you have all your permanent teeth developing.
Answered 4/6/2015
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Yes: Yes. There are 20 primary or "baby" teeth. The only time a baby tooth may not be lost, is if there is no permanent tooth to replace it.
Answered 1/3/2015
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