As a parent, you most likely take great joy in seeing your child's face light up after visits from Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and the tooth fairy. The tooth fairy is not only a fun premise for kids, but also promotes good dental care habits. To create lasting memories for your family as your kids bid farewell to their baby teeth, here are some tips to help you successfully step into the tooth fairy’s shiny shoes.

How to Plan Tooth Fairy Visits

Stick to a Consistent Gift

If the tooth fairy in your home is leaving behind money, your child will expect the amount she gives them on her first visit to stay the same every time. Leaving a consistent amount will generate the same excitement whenever they lose a new baby tooth, and your child will feel like they’re getting visits from the same generous fairy.

Along with money, leave behind some dental care currency with your tooth fairy gift to reflect her dental interests. Sneak in a themed toothbrush, kid-friendly flavored toothpaste, bubblegum floss, or another dental care tool that’ll have them excited to practice oral hygiene.

Have a Holder for the Tooth

Placing a recently-lost tooth under a pillow and having it disappear are all parts of the magic of the tooth fairy experience. Avoid waking them at night as you fumble to find their tooth by gifting your child a special holder for their lost pearly whites. This will make locating and removing the tooth from under their pillow much easier, and your child will be amazed to find their holder empty in the morning.

Craft the Tale Beforehand

Kids will inevitably tell their friends about their exciting tooth fairy visit, which could raise potential discrepancies between their experience and that of their friends. Be ready with a believable story if your child comes to you with questions, like why their friend got more or less money for their tooth. To teach them about the importance of dental health, consider telling them the tooth fairy is more generous to kids who leave them extra clean teeth.

For more dental care tips to make caring for your teeth fun and comfortable for the whole family, visit Lowitz & Meier in Cincinnati, OH. For over 30 years, this family dentistry clinic has served patients of all ages and provided services including preventative care, teeth whitening, and dental crowns. Visit their website to see what they can do for your smile, or call (513) 521-8900 to schedule an appointment.