Question
A 14-month-old child has only grown 6 teeth, and the parents are concerned. They hope to receive professional medical advice.
Answer
According to the child’s condition, having only 6 teeth by the age of 14 months is within the normal range. Since the child is still quite young, a slower rate of tooth growth is a normal occurrence and does not necessarily indicate any illness. It is recommended that parents maintain a normal lifestyle and encourage the child to get plenty of sunlight, supplement with cod liver oil and calcium oral drops as appropriate, to promote tooth growth and development, and to prevent various diseases.