Since they seem so “set apart,” many people believe the rich and famous have always had perfect smiles. You could even think such always-flawless grins were why they became Hollywood stars! All that said, the truth is that even red-carpet elites need dental implants at times. A notable few have even gotten these modern standards of tooth replacement over the years. If you need any proof, read on and learn about four famous celebrities with dental implants.
Remind Me: What are Dental Implants?
In essence, dental implants are small posts made of durable titanium. Dentists place them in the sockets left by missing teeth to act as alternative tooth roots.
Compared to dentures or dental bridges, dental implants work pretty differently. They don’t just sit on top of your gums; they slowly fuse with your jawbone. This process lets them become secure and permanent parts of your mouth, both acting and looking like natural teeth. That means the posts help you chew tough food, speak, and even reverse signs of facial aging.
Which Celebrities Have Dental Implants?
While it may sound surprising, some of the biggest celebrities have gotten dental implants. A few names you may recognize include the following:
Ed Helms
Known for his starring roles in “The Office” and other comedies, Ed Helms puts a lot of effort into his comedic chops. Still, even he didn’t have to work hard to make it look like he lost a tooth in “The Hangover.” The truth is that he had a dental implant placed decades ago, so he just had the post removed for his movie shoot.
Mike Tyson
Speaking of stars from “The Hangover,” Helms isn’t the only one who’s gotten a dental implant. His co-star Mike Tyson – famous for his boxing career – had a post placed years before his movie role. According to the man’s wife, Kiki, Tyson lost both of his front teeth due to an incident with his pet tiger. He later got dental implants to replace the front-facing pearly whites.
Nicolas Cage
You may know Nicolas Cage is an eccentric guy, but he’s even had oral work done for his roles. The actor once had two of his teeth removed to better understand Al Columbato, a Vietnam veteran he played in the movie “Birdy.” After he was done filming, he had the teeth replaced with quality dental implants.
Morgan Freeman
Given the quality of his movie narrations, you could assume Morgan Freeman has always had a great grin. However, the acting legend had a gap filled with dental implants not too long ago! This treatment has given him a smile that’s as excellent as his roles in the films ‘Shawshank Redemption, ‘Se7en,’ and others.
Given the celebrities with dental implants, you shouldn’t feel ashamed to get replacement teeth. Just talk to your dental provider about treatment soon!
About the Practice
O’Brien Dental Wellness Center is based in Tulsa, OK. Led by Dr. Michael O’Brien, our practice emphasizes safe, proven, and precise dentistry with top-tier results. That means we customize our preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments to suit your smile and its unique oral needs! Naturally, our team can even place dental implants for you in-house. For more details or to book a visit, please reach us on our website or by phone at (918)-477-9000.