Yes, baby teeth can start at the top, although it's more common for the bottom incisors to erupt first.
While the eruption of baby teeth usually follows a predictable pattern, variations are normal. Generally, the bottom central incisors (the two front teeth on the bottom) emerge around 5 to 7 months. The top central incisors (the two front teeth on the top) typically follow at around 6 to 8 months. However, it's perfectly within the realm of normal for the top teeth to appear before the bottom ones in some babies.
Here's a general order in which baby teeth erupt, although individual timing can vary:
- Lower central incisors (bottom front teeth)
- Upper central incisors (top front teeth)
- Upper lateral incisors (teeth next to the top front teeth)
- Lower lateral incisors (teeth next to the bottom front teeth)
- Upper first molars (top back teeth)
- Lower first molars (bottom back teeth)
- Upper canines (top pointy teeth)
- Lower canines (bottom pointy teeth)
- Lower second molars (bottom back teeth)
- Upper second molars (top back teeth)
If you're concerned about your baby's teething pattern, it's always best to consult with your pediatrician or a pediatric dentist. They can assess your baby's individual development and address any concerns you may have. Remember that every baby is different, and variations in the teething timeline are common.
