GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Teeth Count Statistics

The average number of teeth in the adult human mouth is 32, which includes wisdom teeth.

Last Updated: June 22, 2024

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In this post, we will explore a variety of fascinating statistics related to teeth count and dental health around the world. From the average number of teeth adults and children have to the prevalence of tooth loss and dental caries, these numbers shed light on the importance of oral hygiene and dental care for maintaining a healthy smile.

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"The average adult has 32 teeth, including 4 wisdom teeth."

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"The average child has 20 primary teeth, also known as baby teeth."

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"Permanent teeth start to develop when children are about 6 years old."

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"Wisdom teeth commonly emerge between the ages of 17 and 25."

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"Around 45% of the population are born with at least one impacted wisdom tooth."

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"Approximately 35% of the population are born without wisdom teeth, a condition known as congenitally missing teeth."

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"About 10% of people have third molars that emerge flawlessly (wisdom teeth)."

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"With ageing, 1 out of 4 adults in the U.S lose all their teeth."

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"69% of adults aged 35-44 have lost at least one permanent tooth."

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"Approximately 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth."

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"45 million Americans have lost all their teeth (complete tooth loss)."

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"The rate of complete tooth loss in the United States has declined from 17.1% in the period 1972 to 1978 to 3.75% in the period 2011 to 2016."

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"Around 60-80% of the world’s population is affected by dental cavities, which can lead to tooth loss."

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"Adults aged 20-64 have an average of 24.92 remaining teeth."

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"Approximately 5% of adults aged 20-64 have no teeth."

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"92% of U.S adults aged 20-64 have had dental caries in their permanent teeth."

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"On average, Australians have around 22.2 teeth, not counting wisdom teeth."

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"33.6% of adults aged 65-74 years worldwide have lost all their natural teeth."

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"In the UK, the average number of remaining teeth in adults aged 75 years and older is 21.9."

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"More than 1 in 5 adults aged 65 or older have lost all of their teeth."

In summary, the statistics presented regarding dental health and tooth count provide valuable insights into the prevalence of various dental conditions among different age groups and populations. Key findings include the average number of teeth in adults and children, the emergence of wisdom teeth, rates of tooth loss, and the impact of dental cavities on overall tooth count. The data highlights the importance of oral hygiene and regular dental care to prevent tooth loss and maintain oral health across all age groups.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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