Tooth formation - delayed or absentFrom our partner site on diet & exercise, MyDietExercise.com. Delayed or absent tooth formation; Teeth - delayed or absent formation Call your health care provider if: If your child has not developed any teeth by the time the child is 9 months old, consult your health care provider. What to expect at your health care provider's office: advertisement The health care provider will perform a physical examination, including a detailed examination of the mouth and gums, and ask questions such as:
An infant with delayed or absent tooth formation may have other symptoms and signs that, when taken together, define a specific syndrome or condition. Diagnostic tests are usually not necessary unless a disorder is suspected as the cause. Most often, delayed tooth formation is a normal finding. Occasionally, dental x-rays will be needed.
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