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Sanford and Son S2E5 — Tooth or Consequences
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Sanford and Son•Season 2•Episode 5

Tooth or Consequences

7.6/10 · 179 votesOct 13, 197230 min

Ranked #17 of 24 in Season 2•−0.2 vs season avg

Discussion

Fred's toothache becomes an exercise in patience for Lamont when Fred refuses to see a dentist and instead tries Bubba's home remedy and a hypnotist. Finally, Fred decides to throw in the towel and visits a dentist but insists on a white dentist.

Directed byPeter Baldwin
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Episode Summary

"Tooth or Consequences" is episode 5 of Sanford and Son season 2. It scored 7.6/10 from 179 votes, ranking #17 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Peter Baldwin, it aired on October 13, 1972.

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