Synopsis

In a dental practice in Fukuoka, southern Japan, a steady stream of patients seeks respite from pain or enhancement of their smiles. Among them are a man who lost three front teeth in a high school altercation, an elderly gentleman reliant on dentures since his forties, and a university student who credits dental work with fostering a more optimistic perspective. Each imperfection—each chip, crack, cavity, or missing tooth—holds a narrative. For three days, we delve into the stories shaping thes