128+ Hilarious Dentist Puns That’ll Have You Grinning

Looking to bring some smiles (other than just those pearly whites)? We’ve got a collection of 120 dentist puns that will have you laughing at your next check-up.

Whether you’re a dental professional or just someone who appreciates a good laugh, these puns will fill your day with fun and a little bit of toothy humor.

Get ready to brush up on your comedy skills, because things are about to get real “flossy” around here.

1. Tooth-tastic Puns

1. I’m trying to be a better person, but it’s a bit of a struggle – just like flossing!
2. A bad dentist is like a bad comedian. They always tooth you to death.
3. Why did the dentist go to the art museum? To brush up on his drawing skills!
4. Dentists love to brush up on their work.
5. I asked my dentist if he could do something about my flossing technique. He said I was just grinning and bearing it.

2. Toothache Humor

6. I had a toothache, so I went to the dentist. They told me it was just a pain in the neck.
7. I told my dentist my tooth was hurting. She said, “Sounds like it’s a filling issue.”
8. I went to the dentist with a toothache, and they gave me some bite-sized advice.
9. Don’t worry, I’m not nervous. I chews to be brave.
10. I once had a cavity so big, I thought it was a hole new world.

3. Dentist Office Lingo

11. A dentist’s favorite type of music? Floss the classics.
12. Dentists are so good at their job, they’ll make you smile even when you don’t have a reason to.
13. My dentist is a real mouthful of good jokes.
14. Don’t ever ask your dentist for advice on breaking up – they’re really good at drilling you on the details.
15. What did the dentist say to the patient who was nervous? “Don’t worry, we’ll take this step by step.”

4. Dental Hygiene Puns

16. Flossing every day is not just a habit, it’s a lifestyle.
17. Why was the toothpaste so confident? Because it knew it would brush off anything!
18. I was feeling tooth much pressure at the dentist’s office.
19. I used to brush my teeth with the best, now I just use the paste you get at the dollar store.
20. The toothbrush and toothpaste are always in it together. You could say they’re quite the dynamic duo.

5. Flossing Around

21. A dentist and a toothbrush are the perfect pair – after all, they always work together to clean up the mess.
22. What do you call a dentist who loves running? A flossing marathoner.
23. It’s important to floss regularly, or you might find yourself in a jam.
24. Why did the floss refuse to speak? It was feeling all wound up.
25. Flossing is like a good movie, it’s all about the plot.

6. Smile and Laugh Puns

26. I was at the dentist’s office when they told me, “Don’t worry, you have a great smile – it’s all about the flossy details.”
27. A smile is the best thing you can wear, but a toothless grin is priceless.
28. I walked into the dentist’s office and told them I needed a smile reboot. They said, “We’ll take care of you, one cavity at a time.”
29. If you want to look cool, just brush it off and give a big, bright smile.
30. Life’s too short not to have a smile that shines – just like a freshly cleaned tooth.

7. Teeth-Related Punny Business

31. Why did the dentist break up with the patient? There was no chemistry—just a bad filling.
32. When my dentist told me I needed a root canal, I said, “I couldn’t bear it.”
33. What’s a dentist’s favorite instrument? The flossophone!
34. The dentist is always drilling for the perfect punchline.
35. I’m never afraid to see the dentist. He always makes me feel so tooth-erly comfortable.

8. Cavity Craze

36. I have a sweet tooth but a cavity problem. Oh, the irony!
37. The dentist told me to stop biting my nails. I said, “Don’t worry, I’m just biting time.”
38. Cavity jokes are the filling of my life.
39. I asked the dentist if I could keep my cavities as souvenirs. He said no, they were too precious.
40. I’ll make you smile like you just got a clean bill of tooth health.

9. Getting to the Root of the Problem

41. I’m not a dentist, but I love to get to the root of any problem.
42. The dentist asked me, “How are you feeling?” I said, “I’m rooting for you!”
43. The tooth root is like a secret – once it’s exposed, it hurts to know.
44. The dentist gave me some rooting advice on my dental care.
45. What’s a dentist’s favorite type of movie? Root-in’ for the underdog!

10. Funny Puns About Braces

46. Braces make you look sharp.
47. I once dated someone with braces. We were a perfect match—they were always tight and never loose.
48. My dentist put braces on my smile and now I have the perfect alignment.
49. I’m not afraid of braces, they just tighten up my confidence.
50. Braces may be painful, but they’re also comically transformative.

11. Dental Visit Humor

51. I went to the dentist and asked if I could have a quickie appointment. He said, “Sure, we’ll make it a fast drill.”
52. I told my dentist I was feeling a little down in the mouth. He said, “Don’t worry, we’ll pick you up.”
53. Did you hear about the dentist who became a stand-up comic? He always had the best delivery.
54. The dentist’s office is where you’re sure to get plenty of laughs while sitting in the waiting room.
55. I asked the dentist if I could skip the cleaning. He said, “No skipping allowed—unless you want a plaque.”

12. Laughing About Plaque

56. I tried to clean my teeth with my dog’s toothbrush, but it was a real plaque-tastrophe.
57. Plaque buildup is a real pain in the mouth.
58. I had a plaque invasion on my teeth! But the dentist came to the rescue.
59. If you don’t brush properly, you’ll be plaque-ing up the wrong tree.
60. I had a plaque problem, but don’t worry, the dentist took care of it like a pro.

13. More Dental Wordplay

61. What’s a dentist’s favorite holiday? Floss-mas!
62. A dentist’s favorite show? The Plaque-tation.
63. I had to gum my way through the dentist’s office when I lost my dental floss.
64. What do dentists eat for lunch? Dental rolls.
65. If you want to be a successful dentist, you have to have the right bite.

14. Some More Tooth Puns

66. I went to the dentist for a check-up and told him I was feeling a bit toothless—he said, “Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered.”
67. I got a new toothbrush, and now I’m feeling fresher than ever.
68. I didn’t have to go to the dentist. I brushed off the appointment.
69. Why did the dentist go to the party? To tooth the night away!
70. A dentist’s advice for handling life? Just floss with it.

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15. Celebrity Dentist Puns

71. What do you call a celebrity dentist? A starry smile specialist.
72. The dentist’s favorite superpower? Tooth invincibility.
73. I met a famous dentist who changed his name to Dr. Sparkle.
74. I’m starting a band called The Dentists. Our first hit is called “Tooth Be Told.”
75. If you could meet one dentist, who would it be? Floss Weller.

16. Funny Teeth puns

76. My teeth aren’t perfect, but they sure shine bright like a diamond.
77. If teeth could talk, they’d say: “Don’t bite off more than you can chew.”
78. Some people smile with their teeth; others smile with their eyes. Me? I smile with my cavity.
79. I can’t stand going to the dentist, but it’s worth it for the after-braces glow.
80. Have you heard the joke about the tooth? Never mind, it’s too old and stale.

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17. Dental Care Puns

81. Dental care is important—don’t take it for granted.
82. Always make sure to brush up on your dental hygiene.
83. Teeth are really good listeners—they’ll take everything in stride.
84. Do you think twice before brushing your teeth? Maybe not—but you should!
85. The dentist’s favorite tool? The toothpick!

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18. All About the Smile

86. Why don’t teeth ever argue? They don’t want to start a plaque.
87. I had my smile professionally whitened—now it’s brilliant!
88. What’s a dentist’s favorite band? The Smiling Faces.
89. I was smiling all the way to the dentist’s office… until I saw the bill.
90. A dentist’s motto: Always brush, always smile.

19. Tooth-Related Lingo

91. What’s a dentist’s favorite game? Tooth or Consequences!
92. I told my dentist I didn’t want to go under the drill. He said, “Relax, we’ll take it one step at a time.”
93. The dentist said I needed to floss more, so I’m taking the high road.
94. If your tooth hurts, it might just be a case of temporary toothache—but don’t worry, you’ll soon bite the bullet!
95. The dentist told me I needed to clean my teeth better. I guess I’ve been a little bit lax on the floss.

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20. Cavity Humor

96. Why was the dentist always calm? Because he knew how to fill every situation.
97. I tried to tell my dentist a joke, but she said, “You’re a bit too corny for me!”
98. You can’t get away with not flossing—that’s a serious cavity!
99. I got a cavity so big, my dentist called it a grand opening.
100. When I told my dentist I had a cavity, he said, “Don’t worry, we’ll fill in the gaps.”

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21. More Root Canal Fun

101. I needed a root canal, but the dentist said I was rooting for trouble.
102. Root canals might sound scary, but they’re just root things to do.
103. The dentist said, “You’ve got a root problem.” I said, “I’m just trying to stay grounded.”
104. Why did the dentist become a gardener? He was good at rooting out the problems.
105. A root canal is just a dig deep into the world of dentistry.

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22. The Power of a Bright Smile

106. I’m not saying I have the best smile, but I did get all the shine.
107. Every time I smile, my dentist says, “That’s what I call a bright future.”
108. The brighter the smile, the better the bite!
109. I’ve been flashing my teeth everywhere—I’m beaming with pride.
110. The dentist said, “Your smile is incredible.” I said, “It’s all in the floss-entials.”

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23. Dental Chair Puns

111. You know you’re in for a good time when the dentist says, “Take a seat, and let’s get down to the root of the problem.”
112. My dentist was so friendly, I felt like I was sitting on a throne in the dental chair.
113. I tried to relax in the dental chair, but the stress really bit me back.
114. Why do dentists love chairs? Because they’re so good at taking a seat and making you comfortable.
115. I told my dentist I was nervous, and he said, “Just lean back—we’ll make it painless.”

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24. Flossing Humor

116. I’ve been flossing so much, it’s like my teeth are in better shape than my social life.
117. Every time I floss, I feel like a dental superhero.
118. I told my dentist that flossing is like a date with destiny. He said, “Floss with it.”
119. Flossing is no small feat—but when you do it right, it’s all worth it.
120. I have the best dental hygiene because I’m always flossing around in style!

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25. Whitening Fun

121. I got my teeth whitened, and now they shine brighter than my future.
122. My teeth are so white, they light up the room—don’t need a flashlight when I smile.
123. The dentist said, “You need a whitening treatment.” I said, “Don’t worry, I brighten up every room already.”
124. I wanted my teeth whiter, but now they’re so bright they need sunglasses.
125. I asked for a whitening session, and the dentist said, “You’ll be shining like a star in no time.”

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26. Gums and Gum Care Puns

126. I’m so gum-mazed by the work my dentist does.
127. Why did the gum refuse to talk to the dentist? It didn’t want to get chewed out.
128. Don’t take gum care lightly—it’s the sticky stuff that holds it all together.
129. I didn’t floss, so my gums were giving me the cold shoulder—the dentist said, “I think we need to have a gum-to-gum talk.”
130. Gums are like good friends—they’ll stick with you through thick and thin.

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27. More Fun Dentist Words

131. You can’t hide behind your teeth—they’ll always give you away!
132. Why don’t teeth make good comedians? Because they just can’t crack a good joke.
133. The best dentist is one who keeps things light while also digging deep.
134. My teeth always brighten up my day—every time I look at them, they beam.
135. My dentist said, “You’re doing great!” I said, “I brush up well, don’t I?”

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28. Final Tooth Puns for the Road

136. I went to the dentist, and he gave me some biting advice.
137. I told the dentist my tooth was aching, and he said, “No need to worry—just take it on the chin.”
138. The dentist gave me the best tip for keeping my teeth clean: “Always brush after every bite of cake!”
139. The dentist said, “I hope you’re smiling on the inside.” I said, “I always am—it’s just a little more bright now.”
140. The dentist warned me, “Don’t make a tooth joke right now—it’s not flossing with humor.”