Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist

This show taught me not to listen to reviews!!

I usually don’t write a review to shows I watch, but this time I needed to. I’ve been putting this show off for a LONG time because of some of the reviews I’ve seen. But when I finally watched it I found out it was not bad at all!!

So if you’re thinking of watching this, but are sceptical because of the reviews, go for it! Everyone has different tastes so don’t base what you watch off of reviews of other people. I really loved this show. I think it was sweet, cute yet also made me cry.

But if you don’t like the show then that’s also completely valid! Just saying not to be driven by what others think❤️❤️

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Not great, but not bad either.

This is not really my kind of drama, i don't like it when they want to make it too funny. It always end up with actors acting too much and it looks fake when they do.

The drama was ok, i still enjoyed watching it. The acting and visuals were good.
I like the dynamics between Mark and Ohm. You can see they are still young, they need to work on chemistry. Chemistry is not only eyes and kissing, but the whole body must scream cemistry, the way a couple moves, use their hands, vingers. This couple is not there yet.
That said, the last bed scene was close, i could feel more chemistry than in the whole series.

It was fun to watch for one time, but i won't watch it again.

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Despite Being Pollyanna, It Worked!

This is a ridiculously shallow, rather empty, plot of a story. It had fluff and was soft and squishy just like a marshmallow – you can see it, feel it, but it has little substance to it. While parts of it were indeed funny, a lot of it was lame, and, yet in a few cases, it attained some very insightful moments. Despite all the irregularities, I loved its diegesis. In a weird, deranged way, while it was so Pollyanna, it never veered far from being relatable to everyday people leading everyday lives. The reasons why we do the things we do in life were so beautifully portrayed. Every road, from why we might choose a career to why we move to be with the people we love, is traversed. It all made sense in the most basic, loving manner. It dealt with the painful life-changing issues honestly, openly, and matter-of-factly. And it did not get too maudlin about any of it. More importantly, parts showed how by putting our most innermost pain in perspective so that we could see how we can move on from it. In that sense, this series does deserve kudos for showing contextual acceptance and peace. I wish it could have given more focus to its protagonists. It then would have been a great series.

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Nice plot and story

From the begining the whole story was extremly funny and nice to watch, as well I was really happy by seeing Mark's fist Main role in a drama, it was really realxing to watch after a long day and the leads kind of entered my heart very easily, also during most of the scenes they mostly had natural happy looks on their faces.
Even tho is a very normal drama with not much to it, I really loved watching this week after week, and was actually sad to finish this yesterday.
Personally GMMTV did a great job for the casting of this drama since I find that every single one of them did a good job and they all had a nice chemestry.
My only problem with the story was that going to the of it they just started to add some random happenings like jays accident (and just begin dead for a while, to meet his brother), we didn't need to be scared for him to be actually dead.
And even when the plot started to become boring it was still a very comedic show to watch.

Personally very nice drama but I don't see any particular value of rewatching it.

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AVG STORYLINE BUT GOOD ACTORS !!

I’m really not happy with the reviews I've seen about this drama. I had high hopes going in, and honestly, I found it to be a great experience. Mark and Ohm gave strong performances that really pulled me into the story.

But I’m disappointed with how some people are reacting. It feels like many are focusing on parts of the story instead of recognizing the hard work of the cast. For me, the story had its odd moments, but the funny and enjoyable scenes made it worthwhile. I even found myself laughing several times, which I always enjoy in a drama.

Even though Mark and Ohm were amazing, I think they still have more to give. I’m excited to see what they do in the future and how they grow as actors. They both have something special, and I believe there are even greater things ahead for them.

In the end, I believe the whole team did a great job, and it’s sad to see mixed reviews take away from their hard work. Well done, everyone! I really appreciate the effort that went into this production.

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Funny, cheerful, well-acted… but it suffers from the great evil of Thai BL

Set in the present day and with Bangkok as its backdrop, Sant (a wonderful Ohm Thipakorn Thitathan, who returns to acting, no less, as the main character, for the first time in his acting career, after playing several supporting roles) is just the kind of boy who could benefit from a series like 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist', directed by Pepzi Banchorn Vorasataree ('KinnPorsche', 2022).
Disillusioned when the young college student discovers that a cavity could affect his performance on a dessert ASMR channel (damn his passion for sweets), the young man struggling with his finances and family debt turns to the only avenue that can help him: the dental clinic, where Jay (Mark Pakin Kuna-anuwit), a narcissistic and attractive dental student, impresses him with his caring attitude. Despite this uncomfortable approach due to the burden of dental anxiety or the so-called Fear of the Dentist, Pepzi, Ohm and Mark manage to keep the series light, cheerful and fun, being sweet enough to be easily consumed.
Ohm is an engaging protagonist, able to effortlessly tap into Sant's humor and confusion over the doctor's kindness as well as his underlying concerns. It's equally thrilling to watch him crack meaningful jokes while filming his social media show, interact with his best friend Gug (Poon Mitpakdee), wander the streets of the Thai capital seeking care for his dental problem, and get swept away by his emotions as he's practically dragged along by the dental student who needs to find root canal treatment cases so he can graduate at the end of the semester.
Starting with the second episode, 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist' leaves behind its exaggerated tone, giving way to a series with greater depth, better-developed main characters, and a more profound plot.

CHARACTERS AND ACTORS

Anyone who watched 'Last Twilight' undoubtedly remembers August, the young, sexually ambiguous athlete with whom Day (Sea Tawinan Anukoolprasert) fell in love. Equally enduring in the memory is his character Men, the boy with a heart condition who must help his older brother, Min (Ohm Pawat Chittsawangdee), hide Q (Leng Thanaphon Usinsap) from those who want to kill him in 'Kidnap' (2024).
Taking a supporting role to the unforgettable level is a defining milestone for any actor, and Ohm achieved it both in these two series and with his role as Zo in 'A Boss and a Babe' and 'Our Skyy: A Boss and a Babe'.
Thanks to these performances, he permanently established himself in the imagination of BL fans as one of the iconic faces of this audiovisual genre.
Ohm is mesmerizing as Sant in a career-defining role. He captures the character's complex emotions, making every emotion seem genuine. Despite a tense and winding initial encounter with his co-star, Sant conveys warmth, sensitivity, and depth. At first, he matches Jay's joy and charisma with a natural arrogance, but as the minutes pass, he reveals fragility in his enigmatic glances and subtle expressions.
At 23, Ohm represents a very similar age to his character (whose dessert channel nods to the early satire on influencer culture). By the time filming begins, his own life will have changed drastically, not only because he has become recognized as a leading actor, but also because, along with his traveling companion, he has formed a new BL couple already known as #MarkOhm. "Knowing that my life is about to enter this new chapter of professional maturation was extraordinary", the actor declared on social media.
We will soon knock that more than fear of sitting in the dentist's chair, Sant has not been able to overcome the trauma he has carried since his childhood, when the very first time he went to a dental clinic his mother abandoned him while he was being treated by the dentist, bringing with this fact, in addition, the death of his father and having been raised by his grandparents in the absence of his parents.
Who, watching 'Only Friends', couldn't help but notice Nick, a young man in love trapped in a toxic relationship? Who doesn't remember the charismatic actor for the ease, charm, vulnerability, and heartbreak of a character masterfully played by Mark in this 2023 Thai television series also starring Kanaphan Puitrakul (First), Thanawat Rattanakitpaisan (Khaotung), Jiratchapong Srisang (Force), Kasidet Plookphol (Book), and Trai Nimtawat (Neo), and which explores the theme of friends-with-benefits relationships among young people?
Whether he's a loyal best friend or a troubled lover, the truth is that thanks to his relatable charisma, his ability to infuse authenticity into each of his characters, his emotional intensity, with which just a glance manages to convey subtle feelings of joy, longing, or pain... Mark has managed to win over viewers and establish himself as a versatile actor. For all this and more, Mark not only won the Best New Male Actor of the Year award at the 2024 BEST ARTIST AWARD, but was also able to comfortably settle into leading roles, earning critical acclaim and the affection of the public.
In 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist', the former junior badminton player and medal-winning international men's doubles tournament champion confirms why he has become one of the public's favorite actors since 2021, when he began his career in supporting roles in series on GMMTV, one of Thailand's most well-known production companies.
Mark is just as charismatic as Ohm in 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist', especially when he flashes that mischievous smile or approaches Sant with actions that confuse the boy trying to get him into the dental chair to examine his mouth. "Is this affectionate nature just part of his job, or is there some hidden agenda behind his behavior?", Sant wonders.
Mark and Ohm had previously worked together on 'Last Twilight', and although their characters didn't interact romantically on that occasion, it was said that their chemistry off-camera was undeniable. What better preamble than this for these two to be in front of the camera today as the protagonists of a series, and as a new ship that I would like to endure over time, starring in future dramas.
Both comfortable in their roles and in control of their characters, they deliver natural and engaging performances, and a vibrant, explosive chemistry that ignites their romance—essential for a good romantic comedy. The beautiful photography and soundtrack, featuring the songs "Magic Potion," performed by Mark and Ohm; "Brush Teeth 2 2 2" and "Mr. Romantic," sung by Mark; and "Make Me Smile," sung by Ohm, also enhance the atmosphere.
This hilarious gay drama features supporting characters you grow to love. In addition to the talented main cast, 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist' features a group of renowned actors who add even more depth to the story: Poon Mitpakdee plays Gug, a kind of understanding manager and stage manager for Sant's social media dessert show, always willing to help his friend and roommate in the university condominium; While View Benyapa Jeenprasom plays Yada, Jay's friend and coworker, whom Gug will fall in love with as soon as he meets her.
For his part, Jimmy Jitaraphol Potiwihok plays Captain. Although he appears later in the series, he quickly wins the audience's affection by playing a young entrepreneur who buys a cafe with the goal of making and selling sweets, including his own croissant recipe. A friend of Jay's since high school, he soon becomes the subject of tension with the dentist when he hires Saint, with whom he seems to fall in love.
Despite its clichés, 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist' seeks to fulfill its goal of captivating BL fans and leading others to learn about and delve into the genre, even if it doesn't have overly artistic ambitions.

CURIOSITIES

Screenwriters Pratchaya Thavornthummarut and Bee Pongsate Lucksameepong, known for writing the scripts for the BL series 'My School President', 'Last Twilight', 'Bad Buddy' and 'My Love Mix-Up! ', among others, have teamed up once again to bring us a story that, in a fun and cheerful tone, bordering on farce when it seeks to entertain the audience through highly exaggerated, extravagant, ridiculous, absurd and improbable situations, invites us to reflect on the complexity of relationships, young love, identity and the search for oneself through others and the environment that surrounds us.
The plot of 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist' is woven around the chance encounters, comic adventures and the birth of romance experienced by the dentist and his "smiling cute boy", two people with very different personalities, but always moved by play, jokes and humor, also offering a cheerful and romanticized look at Bangkok that mixes the old with the modern (tradition and modernity), where fate and chance play a crucial role in the lives of the characters, forcing them to confront their true aspirations and emotions.
As we saw in the first episode, the series' narrative unfolds a joyful and fun yet intricate journey of personal discoveries, encounters, and disagreements that resonate with the audience due to its authenticity and the convincing performances of its cast.
Apart from the concern one character's looming concern about taking care of his oral health and the other's concern about finding a patient in need of root canal treatment to graduate, 'Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist' sounds like any other coming-of-age story, the kind of series that legions of young queer people and BL lovers around the world might seek out as their own audiovisual balm on Friday nights, a la the Taiwanese series 'My Tooth Your Love', starring Andy Wu and Yu Jin.

WORST

If there's one thing I have to point out against it so far, it's that, like most Thai BL series, and those produced by GMMTV in particular, the series shies away from reflecting (and delving into) the reality of the Thai and, why not, global LGBT+ community, especially in terms of uncovering its horrors and misfortunes.
How I wish boys' love series from this Southeast Asian nation would finally contribute to the true representation of this human community. Usually, every time I watch one of these dramas, I ask myself: Why are they unable to reflect that most gay men of today's generations are still dealing with the effects of decades of shame? Is there a real and effective contribution from Thai cinema and television to making the struggles of the LGBT+ community visible? Have today's youth been raised in an egalitarian society? Do adolescents and young adults reflect the desired equality?
During adolescence and young adulthood, human beings constitute an exaggerated mirror of their surroundings. Those who grew up witnessing the lack of social analysis and critique of homophobia, internalized homophobia, and discrimination against homosexuals in movies and television have, consciously or unconsciously, incorporated into their daily lives actions that reveal anything but an understanding of the struggles of this human community.
Surely someone will respond that these plots are only meant to entertain, and that if I want to see realism, I should watch a news program on a television network anywhere in the world.
I, on the other hand, continue to believe that, in addition to delighting the viewer, Thai BL should also provide opportunities to reflect the challenges faced by homosexuals in this country, such as the multifaceted stigma and discrimination in the education system; social isolation and exclusion within families; the disproportionate prevalence of sexual violence and the reluctance to report it to the police; discrimination and marginalization in employment; and LGBT+ disparities in health and mental health, both at home and in communities—social problems that remain prevalent in this nation, despite the recent signing of a law legally recognizing same-sex marriage.
I will update the review later.

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light and sweet

Disclaimer: Mark is my favorite Thai actor so my rating is a little inflated, but not by much! This show is refreshing, cute, and fun. I love watching Mark play Jway, a whipped man who takes advantage of every opportunity. He's committed to Sant and proves it in many ways. Jway is a good man with a strong heart and mind. Watching him chase after Sant was a treat. I think the plot has a solid foundation. There's humor and friendship sprinkled throughout the story. If I were Sant, I would be confused why a hot dentist with a heart of gold is trying to date me too. In all fairness, this series is not groundbreaking. To me, it's meant to be lighthearted and sweet, which it delivers! If you want to watch a simple story that will make you smile and swoon over a dentist, I recommend this one. I am very excited for future MarkOhm series!

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if you are a MarkOhm fan too, you can watch this series once but I would not rewatch it.

I'm someone who has always loved Mark in every series, so when GMMTV finally announced that Mark is going to be a Main Lead in this series, I was obviously very excited about it. In the start I really liked it, I mean yes, at some points I did feel like Mark’s acting was a bit off but that was fine. I was starting to pull back from this series after like the 7th or 8th episode, the story was a bit stretched. While I'm currently struggling to make it past the 8th episode, I mean as a BL fan & as a MarkOhm fan I will watch this series because I love the chemistry between Mark & Ohm.
So if you are a MarkOhm fan too, you can watch this series once but I would not rewatch it.

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A Series with (Too Many) Good Ideas, But Far Too Late

It's tough to make a definitive judgment on this series. While it eventually brings some good ideas to the table, they arrive much too late to truly captivate. Episode 9 offers a slight glimmer of hope, but everything before it unfortunately feels pointless.

The character development, despite obvious attempts, remains disappointingly superficial. Take Sant, for instance: his mommy issues from abandonment could have been a poignant arc, but it's bizarrely turned into a joke. You're left feeling utterly confused. Similarly, the relationship between Jay and his brother, full of potential, is only explored far too late in the series. It's frustrating to witness such wasted opportunity.

And let's talk about the product placement... it's so blatant and unsubtle that it becomes annoying after a while.

I also would have liked more depth in the relationship between Yada and Baipor. It's high time GMMTV took GL (Girls' Love) seriously and invested more in nuanced storytelling.

Thankfully, the character of Gugg is a breath of fresh air, and I really enjoyed their presence.

In short, if you're looking for a series to turn off your brain or just have on as background noise, this one will do. Otherwise, it feels like GMMTV is playing with its audience once again.

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cute but pretty slow

I did like this but in a way it took so long for me to finish, I would literally sigh everytime I had to watch it, BUT; when i finally did watch it I felt so much happiness. I did take off some points because I felt like it was too much of joking around, which is funny and all but when it’s all just joking it kind of gets old, like yes, they switch it at like episode 8/9/10 and we found out jay’s brother passed away and Jay tried to take his brothers place (in a good way) but still during that it was all just joking around after that. other than that though I did really like Jay and Sant’s relationship, and even though I would probably not rewatch, I will 100% still think about them.

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