For some reason, maybe it's the loud drills or uncomfortable mouth contortions, but a visit to the dentist isn't considered to be the most pleasant way to spend an afternoon. Whether you're gearing up for your next routine cleaning, recovering from a recent dentist visit, or trying your best to keep teeth pristine in between visits, making sure your dentist doesn’t scold you the next time you’re back in her chair is teeth priority number one. More than that, a healthy smile means a healthy and happier you. Here are some things the dentist wishes you knew.