Yes, some molars are baby teeth. The first and second molars in a child's mouth are part of their primary (baby) dentition.
Here's a breakdown of molars and baby teeth:
- Baby Teeth (Primary Teeth): Children have a set of 20 primary teeth, which include incisors, canines, and molars.
- Molars in Baby Teeth: According to the provided information, the first set of molars typically erupt around age 3, and the second set around age 6.
- Replacement of Baby Molars: These primary molars are the last of the baby teeth to fall out. They are eventually replaced by permanent premolars. The permanent premolars fill the space between the canine teeth and the permanent molars that are located further back in the mouth.
- Permanent Molars: Permanent molars erupt behind the baby teeth and do not replace any existing baby teeth. These permanent molars are in addition to the teeth in the primary set.
| Feature | Baby Molars | Permanent Molars |
|---|---|---|
| Are they baby teeth? | Yes, they are part of the primary dentition. | No, they are part of the permanent dentition. |
| Replacement | Replaced by permanent premolars. | Do not replace any existing teeth. Erupt behind them. |
| Eruption Time | First set around age 3, second set around age 6. | Erupt behind the baby teeth later in childhood/teens. |
