The average value of a single lost tooth during the past year declined by 6% from $6.23 to $5.84. For a first tooth, the average value also dropped from $7.29 to $7.09 over the past year. National ...

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Kids are finding less money under their pillows this year, as the Tooth Fairy’s payouts have declined for the first time in five years to an average of $5.84. A child who loses a wiggly tooth is ...

As a kid, few things are more exciting than losing a tooth, putting it under your pillow, and checking to see how much money the Tooth Fairy brought you the next morning. Of course, the amount of ...

The primary reasons for tooth extraction in adults are severe dental caries and periodontal disease. Studies show an 11% complication rate after extractions, with higher risks for smokers and patients ...