Children typically start losing their baby teeth, also known as primary teeth, around the age of 6. However, the age can vary, and some children may start losing teeth as early as 4 years old, while others may not lose their first tooth until they are 7 years old. The timeline for losing baby teeth can also vary, but in general, children will lose their front teeth first, followed by their molars. By the time children lose all of their primary teeth during their early teen years, they will be replaced by 32 permanent teeth. If a child loses a tooth before the age of 4, its possible that the adult tooth may not grow in proper alignment, which can cause long-term dental issues that require braces. If a child hasnt lost their baby teeth by the age of 7 or 8, its a good idea to check in with a pediatric dentist.