Yes, a 12 year old can lose a tooth.
Here's why:
- Baby Teeth Completion: According to research, most children lose their last baby tooth around the age of 12. This means that losing a tooth at this age is a normal part of development as the final primary teeth are shed.
- Permanent Teeth Eruption: As baby teeth are lost, permanent teeth erupt to take their place. All non-wisdom teeth are typically in place around your child's 13th birthday. The tooth being lost at 12 is likely the last of the primary teeth being shed to make way for permanent teeth.
- Trauma or Injury: A 12-year-old could also lose a permanent tooth due to an accident, injury, or dental condition, although this isn't part of the typical tooth-loss timeline.
In summary, while losing a tooth at 12 is often the last of the baby teeth being replaced, other factors can also contribute to tooth loss at this age.
