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A member asked:
I'm 17 and i still have baby teeth i've never lost any molars and the teeth beside the molars is this normal?
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Not normal: You must see a dentist who will take a panoramic radiograph (x-ray) and see if you have any permanent (adult) teeth below the gumline. If not, they will determine the best course of treatment as baby teeth are not meant for a lifetime and may breakdown over time.
Answered 7/21/2018
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No: When was your last dental checkup? You may have congenitally missing permanent teeth, you may have an extremely late eruption pattern, your permanent teeth may be impacted or erupting at an angle, there may be insufficient room for them to erupt, or combination of these factors. An exam and x-rays will reveal all this information. See your own general dentist or an orthodontist for an evaluation.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Not normal: At 17 you should have 28 permanent teeth in place with 4 more on the way (wisdom teeth). All of your baby teeth should have fallen out by about 12-13. Please see your Dentist or a dent-facial growth and development expert, an Orthodontist< for evaluation and advice.
Answered 7/21/2018
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