The tooth fairy has made a rebound after rewards for lost teeth fell ten percent last year amid the credit crunch. The average payout per tooth increased to $2.13 this year from $1.88, up thirteen percent. Despite this average, tooth fairy payments varied greatly between individual households, ranging from five cents to fifty dollars.

The 2010 Tooth Fairy Poll, conducted by Delta Dental of Minnesota, surveyed more than 1500 families across the country about their dental habits. "This year's Tooth Fairy Poll average reflects improvements we're seeing in other areas of the economy," says Ann Johnson, director of community affairs. "For example, the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased 23 percent during the same time period. The Tooth Fairy may be another indicator that the economy is starting to recover."

According to the survey, the tooth fairy visits roughly 84% of households. Via WebMD.