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“Shark Teeth” in Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know

September 3, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — simplyorthopedo @ 3:30 pm
a child with shark teeth

If you’ve glanced into your child’s mouth recently and noticed a brand-new row of teeth poking up behind their existing ones, it’s natural to feel a little alarmed! This condition, often nicknamed “shark teeth,” is actually quite common in young kids who are in the process of losing their teeth. That said, while it might look unusual, in most cases, it’s nothing to worry about. Here’s more about why this happens and what you should do.

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