Fear of needles is a common challenge, especially for patients who are anxious about dental care. But what happens when this fear leads to a totally improbable situation? Imagine a man who refuses all the usual methods of sedation. This patient gave his dentist the perfect opportunity to demonstrate a humor that was, to say the least, original.
The anecdote that makes you smile
The appointment begins like many others: a patient, a dentist’s chair, and a deep-rooted fear. When the dentist offers nitrous oxide (the “laughing gas”), the man panics:
“No question! The thought of wearing a mask is suffocating me!”
The dentist then goes to plan B and suggests a sedative tablet. But this time, he decides to add a touch of humor:
“Here’s a Viagra,” he said, holding out the pill.
Surprised, the patient exclaims:
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