A mother is concerned because her 18-month-old toddler has 12 teeth. She is wondering if this is normal for a child of this age. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A) "How many teeth did you have at this age?"
B) "This is a normal number of teeth for an 18 month old."
C) "Normally, by age 2 years, 16 deciduous teeth are expected."
D) "All 20 deciduous teeth are expected to erupt by age 4 years."

Deciduous Teeth

the first set of teeth in the development of humans and other mammals, often referred to as baby or milk teeth, which are eventually replaced by permanent teeth.

Toddler

A young child, typically between the ages of 1 and 3 years, who is starting to walk and develop more complex motor skills.

Nurse

A healthcare professional specialized in providing care and support to patients across various medical settings.