Adult teeth start coming in around the age of 6 or 7 years, and the full set is usually complete by about 21 years.
Eruption of Permanent Teeth
The process of getting adult teeth is a gradual one, starting in childhood and extending into early adulthood. Here's a breakdown based on the provided information:
- Initial Eruption (6-7 Years): This is when baby teeth (deciduous teeth) begin to fall out (exfoliate) to make way for permanent teeth.
- Completion (Around 21 Years): By this age, most people have all 32 of their permanent teeth, including the third molars, also known as wisdom teeth.
The reference indicates that children typically have 20 deciduous teeth by the age of 3. These are then replaced by permanent teeth over the years, culminating in a complete set of 32 by approximately age 21.
