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Meet the Gold Grillz That Changed Hip Hop Fashion Forever

Posted on April 14 2017


You’ve probably heard the phrase “million dollar smile,” but in today’s hip hop culture, it takes on a whole new meaning. Instead of referring to bright white teeth or a friendly personality, now that killer smile is actually made from gold. It’s hip hop’s hottest fashion accessory, better known as gold grills.

If you’ve ever wondered if that celeb’s gold teeth were real, we’ve got the answers you’re searching for. It turns out that the iconic gold teeth look don't actually require you to lose your pearly whites. It’s just a matter of slipping in an ornamental mouthpiece called custom gold grillz.

Gold has symbolized fame and fortune for thousands of years. It’s is linked to the world’s most elite and wealthy and having anything made from gold is seen as a status symbol. People frequently wear gold necklaces, braceletsrings, and earrings. But the newest way to show off some gold bling is in your mouth! Gold teeth first appeared in the United States in the 60’s, but it wasn’t until the 80’s hip-hop scene that the look really became popular. With legendary rappers like Flavor Flav and Lil John sporting gold grills, people quickly caught on to the look and embraced the new “bling” trend.

 

What are Gold Grills?

Most of the gold grillz you spot on celebrities today aren’t actually real teeth. They are prosthetic accessories that are worn over your regular teeth just to give the appearance that your mouth is made of solid gold. The grills are easily removed and can are worn on the top teeth, bottom teeth, or in a single cap to cover the entire bite.

Of course, gold isn’t the only style that’s hot these days. People also like to ice things out with glittering gemstones, diamonds, and sapphires. Fashion grillz are available in silver, platinum, or covered in glitzy diamonds. Some even feature vampire fangs! You can find smooth finished and etched designs. From a single tooth cap to doubles or a full mouth fit, you can find something to add some bling to your smile. It’s only a matter of your budget and your imagination because anything is possible in the world of dental fashion accessories.

If you’re dying to try out your own gold grills look, there are a couple of options to choose from. You can order budget-friendly premade grillz online that are made to fit most standard mouth sizes and shapes. But if you want the real Cadillac of teeth bling, you’ll need to spring for a custom grill, molded to fit your teeth with precision for ultimate comfort. To get the look, you’ll start by getting a dental impression made. When you order your gold slugs, you’ll receive a kit that includes all the materials you need to make an impression. Follow the step-by-step directions to create a mold of your teeth and then send it back to the jeweler. That’s when the fun begins!

Depending on the type of grillz you want, the jeweler will use the mold of your teeth to shape your grillz from gold, silver, or sterling silver. Depending on the material you choose and the quality you want, your new gold teeth could range from a hundred dollars to thousands. High-quality materials are always recommended since they won’t tarnish and let’s face it, no one wants to walk around with a mouth full of rust.

 

Practical Advice

Keep in mind that gold grillz are purely intended for fashion. They aren’t made to replace a visit to your dentist. Don’t use your grillz to cap a bad tooth or cover a cavity. It won’t be effective, and it could even make the problem worse! It’s not recommended to wear your gold grills for extended periods of time. They need to be removed regularly and carefully cleaned, or bacteria could build up inside the grill and on your teeth causing serious damage and a nasty case of bad breath to go along with it.

If you don’t feel like sporting a full set of gold teeth, you can always opt for just a hint of glitz and glamor by choosing gold for a crown or cavity filling. Gold is durable and easy to clean. It can stand up to plenty of daily wear and tear, and it’s resistant to corrosion. In fact, gold fillings will likely last longer than any alternative materials. If you need to get a crown, you can also ask your dentist to use gold instead of porcelain. Both are permanent and long lasting, but the gold crown will give you just a little touch of the bling you’ve been dying to sport.

 

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

Ultimately, gold grillz are a fashion movement that here to stay. This look has been sported by dozens of celebs ranging from Nelly to Rihanna to Kim Kardashian. Whether you want a subtle hint of bling with gold slugs for your lower teeth or you want to rock it out with a top set complete with vampire fangs, there is a gold grillz option out there for you.

If you’re ready to literally “put your money where your mouth is,” then you are ready to give this trendy hip hop look a try. Check out the wide variety of grillz available online. You’ll be amazed at how many looks are available from just basic gold tooth grillz to vampire fangs to iced out cubic zirconium styles.

Love them or hate them, it appears that the gold grillz look is not going away anytime soon. The glitzy dental accessories have become a major icon in the hip hop world and now have crossed over into pop culture to become the main player in modern fashion. Pay tribute to 80s superstars like Slick Rick or imitate A-listers like Lady Gaga, Madonna, and Kanye West. All of these celebs have been spotted sporting gold slugs and now you can too!

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