As the dentist prepares to administer nitrous oxide, the man immediately objects. “No way! I can’t handle the gas. The thought of wearing a mask suffocates me!”

The dentist, trying to accommodate him, asks, “How do you feel about taking a pill instead?”

The patient replies, “No objection at all. I’m fine with pills.”

Moments later, the dentist returns with a small pill in hand. “Here’s a Viagra.”

The patient looks surprised. “Wow! I didn’t know Viagra worked as a painkiller!”

The dentist chuckles and responds, “It doesn’t, but it’ll give you something to hold on to when I pull your tooth.”

The man’s eyes widen in disbelief, and he can’t help but laugh at the unexpected twist. The tension in the room eases as he realizes the dentist is just trying to lighten the mood before the procedure.

“Okay, I guess I can handle that,” he says, a grin spreading across his face.

With a sense of humor breaking the anxiety, the patient takes the pill, feeling a mix of apprehension and amusement. As the dentist prepares for the extraction, the man thinks about the absurdity of the situation.

In a way, the Viagra serves as a reminder that even in uncomfortable moments, laughter can be a powerful tool. The dentist’s clever approach not only distracts him from the impending pain but also creates a bond between them, turning a nerve-wracking experience into a memorable one.

As the procedure begins, the patient feels a little more at ease, knowing he has something to hold on to—both literally and figuratively.