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The Tooth Fairy or the Mouse?
Among our French neighbours, the Tooth Fairy is known as la Petite souris (the Little Mouse), a character believed to have originated in a 17th-century French tale. The story goes that a fairy transformed herself into a mouse to help a queen defeat an evil king. Hiding under his pillow, the little fairy – now a mouse – caused the wicked king to lose all his teeth. So, fairy or mouse? It all depends on the country you come from. One thing is certain: their mission is the same!
Is the Tooth Fairy a good idea?
All signs point to yes! As we know, the Tooth Fairy’s mission is to collect lost teeth and exchange them for a coin left under a child’s pillow. Losing a first baby tooth is an important milestone for a young child—and it’s often a stressful one. Fear of pain plays a big role, understandably! Seeing a lost tooth replaced by a coin often helps children face this experience with courage. The excitement of receiving the coin, counting the money, and maybe even catching a glimpse of the magical and generous fairy can help ease the fear of losing a tooth. Many psychologists also agree that stimulating young children’s imagination is beneficial. It can help them adapt more easily to life’s challenges and overcome obstacles with greater confidence.
The Tooth Fairy: an ally for oral health
Encouraging your child to believe in the Tooth Fairy also gives you a great opportunity to pass on positive values and healthy habits. By giving this fictional character qualities you find important, there’s a good chance your little one will want to adopt them too. Why not use this opportunity to talk about the importance of oral health? Losing a baby tooth also means a permanent tooth is on its way—and to stay healthy, it needs proper care. Brushing teeth, even baby teeth, is essential for maintaining good oral health.
The dentist to the rescue!
Your little one is growing up, and losing baby teeth is clear proof of that! However, there’s no need to wait until permanent teeth appear to book a dental visit. As early as six months after the first tooth comes in, or around one year of age, a first visit to the dentist is recommended. The dentist and dental hygienist can examine your child’s mouth and make sure brushing is being done effectively. The dentist can also assess dental development and ensure teeth are coming in normally. These are all excellent reasons not to delay your child’s first dental visit. Our specialists will be happy to welcome your little one and make sure their experience is a positive one!