Which primary tooth usually erupts first?
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Mandibular central incisor (7.1 or 8.1)
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Maxillary central incisor (5.1 or 6.1)
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Mandibular lateral incisor (7.2 or 8.2)
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Mandibular first molar (7.4 or 8.4)
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The mandibular primary central incisors typically erupt first, at about 6 to 10 months of age. The maxillary central incisors usually follow shortly afterwards.
Source: McDonald and Avery's Dentistry for the Child and Adolescent — oneguy
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