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Free interactive teething timeline. Enter your baby's age to see which teeth have likely come in, which are erupting now, and which are still ahead.
Enter your baby's age to see the typical teething timeline.
Teething timing varies enormously between babies — this shows the most common order and age ranges, not a required schedule.
The Typical Order of Teeth
Baby teeth usually (though not always) arrive in a fairly predictable sequence: lower central incisors first, followed by upper central incisors, then lateral incisors, first molars, canines, and finally second molars — typically complete by around age 3. The order is more consistent across babies than the exact timing, which can vary by many months in either direction and still be completely normal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the timing of teething actually vary?
Quite a lot. The first tooth can appear anywhere from about 3 months to 14 months of age and still be entirely normal — some babies are even born with a tooth already through, and a small number don't get their first tooth until closer to their first birthday. The order teeth arrive in tends to be more consistent than the exact age.
What are the typical signs of teething?
Increased drooling, chewing on hands or objects, mildly swollen or tender gums, and some fussiness are common. A low-grade temperature rise is debated in research, but a true fever (over about 38°C/100.4°F), diarrhea, or a rash are generally not caused by teething itself and are worth mentioning to your pediatrician.
Does teething order matter for anything?
Not medically — the sequence shown here (lower central incisors, upper central incisors, and so on) is simply the most common order, not a required one. Some babies get teeth in a different sequence, including molars before canines, and this has no bearing on dental health.
When should I be concerned about a delay?
If no teeth have appeared by around 18 months, it's worth mentioning at a checkup — though even this is usually just individual variation rather than a sign of a problem. Your pediatrician or dentist can check gum development directly if there's ever a concern.
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