Dentistry Quote by A.M. Homes
““A man of the mouth, formerly the most oral of surgeons, Henry had the habit of giving his lady patients laughing gas, putting them out, then fiercely fucking them, while tugging on their wisdom teeth. His getting caught was a slip of the tongue, so to speak. While he was buried deep in a muff, some sharp thing slipped, and his prize patient, Mrs Mavis Gilette, woke to find a harpoon hole in her cheek and her lost licker languishing on the floor.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The Man Who Loved Women”, 1995
A surgeon’s reckless behavior, masked by humor, leads to tragic consequences, exposing the danger of abusing power.
In simple terms: Abusing power causes tragedy.
Key Takeaway
Beware of authority masked as humor.
Themes
power
abuse
consequences
Mood
dark
cautionary
Type
literary
critical
When to use this quote
- workplace safety
- medical ethics
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
literary critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor conceal harmful actions?
- What safeguards prevent abuse in professional settings?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may exaggerate for effect, limiting real‑world applicability.
