A viral phenomenon that’s delighting audiences everywhere – and you’ll understand why.
Turning Dental Care into a Fun Experience
Getting kids excited about brushing and flossing can feel like an epic battle. But there’s hope! Dr. Sam Thompson, the mastermind behind Chequers Dental in the U.K., has turned the struggle into a fun experience. Known online as the “Melodic Dentist,” he creatively rewrites popular songs to emphasize the importance of dental care. His catchy tunes make it nearly impossible to watch just one!
Catchy Parodies that Educate
Take his rendition of Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You,” where he humorously emphasizes the necessity of regular dental check-ups, complete with some eyebrow wiggling. “Cause my job is to save your tooth, so brush and floss like you need to do. You get toothache, I’m here for you. I’m here to help everybody.”
Dr. Thompson’s infectious enthusiasm has resulted in a surge in patients at his clinic, leaving him overbooked. Initially, he never intended for his songs to serve as a marketing strategy; they were simply a way to inject fun into dental health. “I did a freestyle parody last year randomly at the end of the day in my surgery and sent it to a few friends,” he shared with The Gazette. “They posted it on social media, and it started to gain traction. People seemed to enjoy seeing a dentist in a different light, so I thought I could use that platform to educate in a fun and positive way… that’s how the Melodic Dentist was born.”
Teaching Kids Proper Techniques
His twist on Montell Jordan’s “This is How We Do It” teaches kids the proper tooth-brushing technique with the catchy line, “This is how we brush teeth!” He also has a hilarious take on Mark Morrison’s “Return of the Mack,” cleverly entitled “Return of the Plaque,” that’s sure to stick in your head all day. “You lied to me! When you said that you’d floss every day. You lied to me! You said you’d try, you said you’d try!”
A Family Man with a Musical Flair
Dr. Thompson is also a dad to two toddlers, and with his musical flair at home, those little ones are bound to have pristine smiles. His catchy ode to flossing set to Pharrell Williams’ “Happy” points out, “This might seem crazy what I’m ’bout to say, but as a dentist I see this every day. Patients aren’t worried if their gums bleed. Don’t you know this could be a sign of gum disease?”
Positive Responses and Community Impact
The response to his videos has been overwhelmingly positive, with messages pouring in from across the globe. He’s even made live appearances on local news shows. Yet, at his core, Dr. Thompson is simply a dedicated dentist aiming to promote good oral health. “The best messages are when parents tell me that their kids are now brushing better because of my songs, or when anxious patients say they’re now visiting the dentist after hearing my tunes,” he notes. “That was always my intention, and I’m thrilled it’s working!”
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Conclusion
In summary, Dr. Sam Thompson, aka the Melodic Dentist, is revolutionizing how children think about dental care through catchy parodies of popular songs. His unique approach not only entertains but also educates, making oral hygiene a fun topic for families everywhere.