How many teeth should a child have in 2 years
Teething is often accompanied bythe deterioration of the health of the baby. He becomes moody, sleeps poorly, refuses to eat. His temperature rises, his gums ache. Therefore, mothers are closely watching the emergence of new teeth and want to know how many more units to wait for the norm.
How many teeth should a child have at 2 years old?a question of concern to loving parents. Photo: Getty According to WHO standards, a baby has between 16 and 20 teeth older by 2 years. If by this time there are fewer teeth, or they are growing in the wrong order, panic early. Three-year-olds usually have a full set of teeth - 20 pieces. If the pediatrician regularly examines the child, and the mother performs the doctor's advice on the choice of foods, vitamins and trace elements, then you should not worry. Ideally, a two-year-old can boast top and bottom:
- incisors;
- lateral incisors;
- fangs;
- the first molars;
In some children, the second molars, the chewing teeth above and below, appear up to 26 months. - on the lower jaw; and up to 33 months - at the top. If two-year-olds don't have them yet, don't be scared.
Why the number of milk teeth is less than normal
Milk teeth in dvuhletki not alwayscorrespond to the standard. They are 12, or even less, they may grow in the wrong sequence or with gaps. This is not considered a pathology. Remember that each baby has its own pace of development. Various factors influence the order and speed of eruption:
- genetics;
- nutrition and vitamins;
- the appearance of the first tooth; the earlier it appeared, the more teeth will grow by 2 years, and vice versa;
- ecology;
- immunity.
It's time to worry if the teeth do not appear too long, or if they are only 2-4 in a two-year-old. Negatively affect the appearance and condition of new teeth:
- long sucking pacifiers - bad for the bite;
- lack of vitamins and minerals in the diet;
- sweet drinks - in order not to create a favorable environment for the reproduction of bacteria, children should not be given sweetened drinks at night, give clean water;
- lack of oral care;
- too small load on the jaws - it is not necessary to feed the crumb only mashed potatoes.
However, with strong deviations betterconsult a doctor. This will help notice in time the pathology or carious teeth that must be treated. If the damaged first teeth are ignored, permanent teeth will suffer. To get a Hollywood smile, teach your child to care for their teeth. Thanks to proper nutrition and care, nature will take its toll: by 3 years old, all teeth will grow healthy and even.
