To celebrate the magic of
childhood
To reflect on the importance of
oral health
To learn about the evolution of
the Tooth Fairy story
To see how the Tooth Fairy
tradition continues to captivate children and adults
National Tooth Fairy Day is
celebrated on February 28th
National Tooth Fairy Day falls
on August 22 AND February 28 each year to doubly encourage us to take
a look back on the history of one of dental care's little helpers. It's one way
our children develop good dental hygiene.
Reason for two dates: Some speculate that the two dates serve as a reminder to visit the dentist for regular checkups every six months.
In India, tooth fairy stories for the kids are often replaced by 'Mushak Raj',
taking away their teeth. Every country and culture has its own form of tooth
fairy story for kids. But the idea behind the tooth fairy is a distraction for
kids, so they don't get upset about losing their teeth.
The tooth fairy is a mythical figure who takes children's lost teeth
in exchange for money or a small gift. The tradition is popular in Western
and Western-influenced cultures.
Origin of the tooth fairy :
The Tooth Fairy originated
from many cultural beliefs and traditions dating back to the 17th century,
including a Viking who pays children for their lost teeth in Scandinavia. In
the United States, she made her first known appearance on Sept.
The concept of a tooth fairy can
be traced back to ancient folklore and customs from around the world. The
legend of the tooth fairy coming to get baby teeth from children in exchange
for money is originally from the United States and dates back to the 1900s.
The tooth fairy's origins can be
traced back to Norse and European traditions.
In Norse mythology, children's
teeth were believed to have magical properties.
In Europe during the Middle Ages,
the tradition evolved into a more benevolent character who exchanged coins for
lost teeth.
The tooth fairy first appeared in
the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1908.
How the tooth fairy works:
Children are told to place their
lost teeth under their pillow or on their bedside table.
The tooth fairy visits while they
sleep and replaces the lost tooth with a small gift.
Tooth fairy folklore:
The tooth fairy is similar to the
Easter bunny or Father Christmas.
Children often believe in the
tooth fairy because they are still living in a world of magic.
She playfully christened it as the
"Tooth fairy", and this mythical creature had the power to fly
around visiting young children, to collect their fallen (milk) teeth.
The Modern Tooth Fairy. After they fall asleep, the Tooth Fairy visits and
collects the lost tooth—in exchange for leaving money behind. The Tooth Fairy's
rate seems to vary by region and family tradition. Some children receive
coins, which has been the usual payment since the Tooth Fairy arrived in the
1920s.
The Tooth Fairy is a beloved tradition that encourages children to
take care of their teeth. She visits children when they lose a tooth and
leaves a gift, usually money, in exchange.
How the Tooth Fairy is relevant today:
The Tooth Fairy is still popular
with children and parents today.
The Tooth Fairy's rate varies by
region and family tradition.
Some families may give bigger
payouts of paper money.
Some parents make fairy money to
make the occasion special.
Ideas for making the Tooth Fairy
fun for today's children
Fairy money:
Spray fake money or coins with
adhesive and sprinkle with glitter. Children can save up or turn in their
fairy money for rewards and prizes.
International flair:
In some countries, children throw
their teeth on the roof or on the ground to encourage the new tooth to grow in
the right direction.
Thus, she (Tooth fairy) represents a key stage in
a child's journey into the world of oral health and hygiene. By leaving a small
gift (usually money) under a child's pillow after they lose a tooth, the tooth
fairy encourages children to take care of their teeth and to look forward to
future dental visits.
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