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Dental implants are small posts made from titanium that replace the root of a missing tooth. They are surgically inserted into one’s jaw where they spend the next four to six months fusing with it through a process called osseointegration. With proper care, dental implants may never need to be replaced. Even though they aren’t your natural teeth, dental implants can still give you a gorgeous grin. In fact, there is even a range of celebrities who have them. Read on to learn about five celebrities who have implants to thank for their beautiful smiles.
#1: Mike Tyson
Legendary boxer Mike Tyson lost several teeth during his active years. As a result, he decided to undergo various dental procedures, including replacing his missing teeth with dental implants. He’s also got porcelain veneers and had his teeth whitened to give his smile a more appealing look.
#2: Ed Helms
Known mostly for his roles in “The Office” and “The Hangover” movie series, the gapped grin actor Ed Helms had in the latter wasn’t created using movie magic or makeup. Since he had dental implants placed several years ago, all he had to do to look the part was remove his restorations.
#3: Christie Brinkley
Actress, supermodel, and entrepreneur Christie Brinkley was in a helicopter crash several years ago. The accident left her with two broken molars that she later had replaced with dental implants. Since then, she has been spoken very openly about how much she loves her new smile and how natural the implants look and feel.
#4: Nicolas Cage
Known for his eccentric portrayal of a range of memorable characters, actor and filmmaker Nicolas Cage often goes to extremes to fit the look of certain characters. He even went the extra mile for one role by getting his teeth extracted! Unfortunately, tooth extractions are permanent, so Cage was left with gaps in his grin. He later had the extracted teeth replaced with implants. The actor also opted for porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and orthodontic treatment.
#5: Chris Rock
Chris Rock is an accomplished actor, producer, writer, director, and stand-up comedian. He once had top teeth that were worn and protruded more than they should have, which made it hard for him to gain the attention of an audience. He later underwent dental implant surgery and had veneers placed to improve the look of his smile and increase his confidence.
Though it may seem like celebrities are born with gorgeous grins, many of them have dental implants to thank. If you’re interested in improving the look of your smile, contact your dentist to learn if this is the right treatment for you!
About the Practice
Led by Dr. Francisca A. Sanchez, the New York City team at FS Dental Arts offers patients a comfortable dental experience from the moment they walk through the door. If you’re missing teeth and want to have them replaced, they offer durable titanium dental implants that can fill in the gaps. For more information on dental implants or to schedule an appointment with FS Dental Arts, visit their website or call their office at (646) 669-7407.