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How many permanent and temporary teeth would an 8-year-old child typically have?
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Correct answer: A. 12 permanent and 12 temporary
At age 8, a child typically has: 12 permanent teeth (4 first molars, 4 incisors in each arch, and lower central incisors). 12 temporary teeth (remaining primary canines, first molars, and second molars). The mixed dentition phase begins around age 6 and continues until about age 12 when all primary teeth are replaced by permanent teeth.
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