What Causes Delayed Tooth Eruption In A Child?

Posted on Mon, 28 Nov 2016

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Question : My baby will be 18 months old on 22nd December 2016. My query is with regards to her teething, I see that she is getting her first two teeth coming up at the bottom. She has been mostly on liquid diet (mixed vegetable soup with dal and rice). I know most of kids of her age will have quite a few teeth and eat regular food. Do I need to worry about her teething or this is something that is normal. She has learned how to walk and is a active girl. But wanted to take your opinion to get some insights.

Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Teething is delayed - check vitamin D level

Detailed Answer:
Hi... This is definitely delayed teething, having only 2 teeth by 18 months. She needs evaluation. It might by vitamin D deficiency.

I suggest you check her calcium and vitamin D levels and get back to me.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar