Which of the following selections include teeth that should have erupted or may be in the process of eruption in the dentition of an 8-year-old child? (Select all that apply. )
A) All deciduous teeth
B) Permanent maxillary central and lateral incisors
C) Permanent maxillary and mandibular first molars
D) Permanent canines

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The mixed dentition begins at about 6 years of age.The deciduous maxillary and mandibular central and lateral incisors will have been exfoliated in an 8-year-old child.At this age the central incisors of both arches should be present;the corresponding lateral incisors should be in the process of eruption.Permanent maxillary and mandibular first molars,appropriately called the 6-year molars,erupt at approximately 6 years of age.Permanent canines do not erupt until ages 9 to 12,with the mandibular canines preceding the maxillary.

Which of the Following Selections Include Teeth That Should Have