Generally, 13-year-olds typically do not lose teeth as by this age, most have lost all their primary (baby) teeth.
When Do Children Lose Their Baby Teeth?
According to the American Dental Association (ADA), most children have lost all their primary teeth by age 13, and these are replaced by a full set of 32 permanent teeth. This process generally begins with the lower central incisors around age six and continues over the next few years.
Timeline of Tooth Loss
| Teeth | Eruption Time |
|---|---|
| Lower central incisors | Around 6 years old |
| Upper central incisors | Around 7-8 years old |
| Continued loss and eruption | Up to around 12-13 years old |
What Happens by Age 13?
The reference states that:
- By age 13, most children have lost all their primary teeth.
- They usually have a full set of 32 permanent teeth.
Therefore, it is not typical for a 13-year-old to lose a tooth, as by this age, they should have already transitioned to their permanent set of teeth.
Summary
- The majority of tooth loss happens during early to late childhood.
- By age 13, most children have completed this process.
- A 13 year old losing a tooth would be uncommon.
