Question
Doctor, my baby is one year old and has only grown two teeth. My grandmother says it’s due to calcium deficiency. Is that true? Do we need to supplement calcium?
Answer
Babies usually grow two teeth around six months of age, which is normal. If a baby’s teeth grow later but they don’t have any obvious pain or discomfort, it’s typically not due to a calcium deficiency. Milk is one of the important sources of calcium for children. Additionally, some foods like eggs, tomatoes, and soy products are rich in calcium. You can give your baby more fish, large shrimp, and pure milk to supplement calcium. It’s recommended that you take your child to the hospital or a pediatric clinic to understand the situation in more detail.