Question
Why do two-year-old toddlers have a slower rate of tooth growth?
Answer
If a toddler has not grown their first milk tooth by the age of 18 months, or if the rate of milk tooth growth is significantly slower than that of their peers, it should be considered whether there are systemic diseases interfering, such as osteomalacia, congenital infantile diseases, or severe nutritional deficiencies. In addition, congenital dental anomalies may also lead to delayed tooth eruption. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for an X-ray examination to determine the cause. Tooth growth rate is influenced by genetic factors, nutritional status, chewing training, food types, endocrine conditions, and diseases.