That’s according to the latest installment of the “Original Tooth Fairy Poll” by dental-benefit provider Delta Dental. The average cash gift for a tooth, according to the national survey of 1,000 parents taken in early 2021, is $4.70.

How much does first tooth loss cost?

The Tooth Fairy Poll indicates that in many families, the first tooth a child loses is a cause for special celebration and special remuneration; the average payout for that tooth is $4.96.

How much is a human tooth cost?

In 2018, the average was $3.70 per tooth, which is a decline of $0.43 from the previous year’s $4.13. About 2 in 5 parents admit to paying at least $5 per tooth.