When do babies start getting teeth?

Teething tends to kick off when your baby is around 6 months old. However, it can start anytime between 3 and 12 months of age.

The first teeth likely to pop through are the lower central incisors at around 5 – 7 months. The top incisors usually follow at around 6 – 8 months. Top lateral incisors (the teeth either side of the top front teeth) are next, followed by the bottom lateral incisors. Typically, these all come through in the first year. First molars appear at around 12 – 16 months, then canines between 16 – 20 months, and second molars last of all. Your little one should have all their teeth by the time they are three. Of course, babies never follow the instructions – so don’t be surprised if your little one is early or late to the party, or their teeth show up in an unexpected order!

Some babies are more affected by teething than others. Many babies struggle when the molars and the canines break through.

Some babies may not see their first tooth until around 12 months so don't worry. Every baby is different.

Milk teeth or baby teeth are our first set of teeth. They are quite fragile compared to the next set of adult teeth. Milk teeth are just as important, though, as they help your baby to chew food and aid with their speech development as well.