We all know the timeless charm of a well-delivered dad joke — eye-roll-inducing, pun-filled, and somehow perfectly corny. But there’s one joke that has stood the test of time with its simple wordplay and universal groan factor: the infamous “tooth hurty” joke. You know the one: “What time is it? Tooth hurty!” It’s the kind of joke that transcends generations, sneaks its way into dentist appointments, and leaves both kids and adults chuckling… or groaning.
But we’re not stopping at just one “tooth hurty” punchline. Oh no — we’re taking it to the next level. In this article, you’ll find 46 entirely unique takes on the classic dental pun. These aren’t repeats or retreads — each joke delivers its own quirky spin on the theme, ranging from playful to absurd, but always with that classic dad-joke charm. Whether you’re a dentist, a dad, or just someone with a sweet tooth for silly humor, these jokes are guaranteed to fill your cavity with laughter.
So open wide and get ready for a full dental cleaning of comedy — no Novocain needed.
46 Tooth Hurty Dad Jokes to Make You Smile
1. The Molar the Merrier
Why did the dentist throw a party at 2:30? Because it was the molar the merrier hour!
2. Filling Fine
What did the patient say after their 2:30 appointment? “I’m feeling filling fine!”
3. Tartar for Now
Why did the dentist say goodbye at 2:30? Because it was tartar for now.
4. Floss and Found
What did the dentist say after losing a tool at 2:30? “Don’t worry, it’ll be floss and found.”
5. Crown Control
Why did the dentist cancel the 2:30 slot? They needed crown control.
6. Plaque It Up
What’s a dentist’s favorite time to make a joke? 2:30 — plaque it up and laugh!
7. Root Awakening
What happened when the dentist overslept? They had a root awakening at 2:30.
8. Wisdom Timing
When’s the best time to remove wisdom teeth? Obviously at 2:30 — it’s wisdom timing.
9. Brace Yourself
Why did the orthodontist start laughing at 2:30? Because you should always brace yourself for tooth hurty!
10. Drill Sergeant
Why was the dentist so loud at 2:30? They were acting like a drill sergeant!
11. The Grind Never Stops
What did the night guard say at 2:30? “The grind never stops!”
12. Enamel in Distress
Why was the dentist worried at 2:30? An enamel was in distress!
13. Filling Lonely
What did the cavity say at 2:30? “I’m filling lonely.”
14. Gums of Glory
Why was the dentist patriotic at 2:30? They were singing “Gums of Glory!”
15. Bite Me, Maybe
What’s a dentist’s favorite song at 2:30? “Hey, I just met you, and this is crazy — but here’s my number, so bite me maybe.”
16. Brace Me Up, Scotty
Why did the dentist love sci-fi? Because at 2:30, they always say, “Brace me up, Scotty!”
17. Drill or No Drill
What’s a dentist’s favorite game show at 2:30? Drill or No Drill.
18. Decaycation Time
Why do dentists take breaks at 2:30? It’s decaycation time.
19. Cavity of Curiosity
Why did the dentist get philosophical at 2:30? They entered the cavity of curiosity.
20. Filling Fancy
Why was the dentist dressed up at 2:30? They were feeling filling fancy.
21. The Floss Side
Why did the dentist start rapping at 2:30? They were turning to the floss side.
22. Pulp Fiction
Why do dentists love 2:30 movies? Because nothing beats a little Pulp Fiction.
23. Bite Club
What’s the first rule of 2:30 dental hour? Don’t talk about Bite Club.
24. The Crown Jewels
Why was the patient at 2:30 so proud? They just got the crown jewels installed.
25. Can’t Handle the Tooth
What did the dentist shout in court at 2:30? “You can’t handle the tooth!”
26. Retainer of the Realm
Why was the dentist knighted at 2:30? They became the retainer of the realm.
27. Floss Angeles
Where did the dentist go on vacation at 2:30? Floss Angeles!
28. Whitening Crashers
Who showed up uninvited to 2:30 appointments? The whitening crashers.
29. Tooth or Dare
What game do dentists play at 2:30? Tooth or dare.
30. Cusp of Something Great
Why was everyone excited at 2:30? They were on the cusp of something great!
31. Incisor Trading
What did the dentist invest in at 2:30? Incisor trading.
32. Choppers and Robbers
What happened during the 2:30 robbery? It turned into choppers and robbers.
33. Plaque to the Future
What movie do dentists watch at 2:30? Plaque to the Future.
34. Mouthful of Mischief
Why was the patient giggling at 2:30? They had a mouthful of mischief.
35. The Mandibular Minute
Why do dentists set alarms for 2:30? It’s the mandibular minute.
36. Grit Happens
Why didn’t the dentist panic at 2:30? Because grit happens.
37. Say Ahhh
What did the dentist sing at 2:30 karaoke? “Say Ahhh and let it go!”
38. Filling Myself Today
Why was the dentist in a good mood at 2:30? “I’m really filling myself today!”
39. Toothopia
Where do all the clean teeth go at 2:30? Toothopia.
40. Grin and Bear It
Why did the patient show up even with pain at 2:30? Time to grin and bear it.
41. The Tooth Fairy’s Union Break
Why is 2:30 a quiet time? The tooth fairy’s on her union break.
42. Gums Just Wanna Have Fun
Why was music blasting at 2:30? Gums just wanna have fun!
43. Jaw and Order
What does the dentist enforce at 2:30? Jaw and order.
44. Retainer of Secrets
Why was the retainer glowing at 2:30? It was the retainer of secrets!
45. Operation Enamel Storm
What was the dentist’s code mission at 2:30? Operation Enamel Storm.
46. The Root of All Humor
Why do dentists love 2:30 jokes? Because they’re the root of all humor.
Conclusion
And there you have it — 46 clever, chuckle-worthy, and completely unique “tooth hurty” dad jokes, all served up with a healthy dose of punny goodness. From enamel escapades to braces and beyond, this collection proves that dental humor has way more bite than anyone expected. Whether you’re a fan of wordplay, a lover of dad jokes, or just here for a midday laugh, these gags are sure to leave you smiling — with all teeth accounted for.
So next time someone asks what time it is, don’t just say “2:30.” Make it a whole event. Throw in a molar pun. Maybe even quote “Plaque to the Future.” Just remember: the best remedy for a painful pun… is another one.
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