How many permanent teeth does a child generally have?

A child generally has a total of 32 permanent teeth when they reach adulthood. This includes the incisors, canines, premolars, and molars, with the last four molars being the wisdom teeth that typically erupt in late adolescence or early adulthood.

While children primarily have 20 primary (deciduous) teeth, the transition to permanent teeth begins around the age of 6 and can continue into the teenage years as primary teeth are replaced. Understanding the full count of permanent teeth is essential, especially when considering dental care and development in children.