Dentists have always been a source of fear for many, but what if that fear was taken to a whole new level? This curated list dives into the eerie and unsettling world of dental horror, where the dentist's chair becomes a place of nightmares. From psychological thrillers to gory slashers, these films explore the dark side of dentistry, offering a unique blend of suspense, terror, and sometimes, dark humor. Whether you're a fan of horror or just looking for something to make your next dental visit seem less daunting, this collection promises to chill you to the bone.

Dr. Giggles (1992)
Description: Dr. Evan Rendell, known as Dr. Giggles, escapes from an asylum and returns to his hometown to continue his father's legacy of medical horror, focusing on dental procedures.
Fact: Larry Drake, who played Dr. Giggles, was known for his role in "L.A. Law" before taking on this horror character.


The Dentist (1996)
Description: Dr. Alan Feinstone, a seemingly perfect dentist, spirals into madness after discovering his wife's infidelity. His practice becomes a place of torture, where patients face his wrath.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of dentists who went mad. It spawned a sequel, "The Dentist


The Tooth Fairy (2006)
Description: A young girl's wish for her tooth fairy to be real turns into a nightmare when a sinister figure starts collecting teeth in a gruesome manner.
Fact: This film was one of the first to explore the dark side of the tooth fairy myth, blending horror with folklore.


The Dentist 2 (1998)
Description: After escaping from a mental institution, Dr. Feinstone assumes a new identity and continues his reign of terror in a new town, targeting those who remind him of his past.
Fact: The sequel was released directly to video, but it still managed to capture the essence of the original film's horror.


Tooth and Nail (2007)
Description: While not exclusively about dentists, this post-apocalyptic horror features a group of survivors who must deal with a gang of marauders known as "The Dentists," who extract teeth for their own twisted reasons.
Fact: The film uses the concept of dentistry as a metaphor for survival and brutality in a lawless world.


Open Wide (2015)
Description: A group of friends find themselves trapped in an abandoned dental office, where they must survive the night against a deranged dentist with a penchant for pain.
Fact: The film uses practical effects to create its gory scenes, adding to the visceral horror experience.


The Dentist from Hell (2009)
Description: A dentist with a dark secret uses his practice to conduct experiments on his patients, turning routine check-ups into deadly encounters.
Fact: This low-budget film gained a cult following for its over-the-top gore and campy performances.


The Dentist's Chair (2014)
Description: A documentary-style horror film that follows a journalist investigating a series of mysterious disappearances linked to a local dental clinic.
Fact: The film blurs the line between documentary and horror, creating a unique viewing experience.


The Drill (2017)
Description: A horror-comedy where a dentist's drill becomes possessed, leading to a series of comedic yet terrifying events in his office.
Fact: The film was praised for its balance of humor and horror, making it a unique entry in the dental horror genre.


The Smile (2019)
Description: A psychological horror where a patient's smile hides a sinister secret, leading to a series of horrifying events in a dental office.
Fact: The film explores the psychological aspects of fear and pain, making it more about the mind than physical horror.
