A diamond tooth fell out of Finesse2Tymes’ $250,000 grill on TikTok Live, and he barely missed a beat
Memphis rapper Finesse2Tymes was showing off his reported $250,000 grill on a TikTok Live when one of the diamond teeth came loose and dropped out. He kept talking; his fans kept clipping it, and within hours it was one of hip-hop's most shared moments of the weekend. It is also a fair moment to ask what grills actually do to the teeth underneath.
Three things to know
- The diamond grill, reportedly made by celebrity jeweller Johnny Dang, is said to be worth about $250,000.
- A tooth from it fell out while Finesse2Tymes was live on TikTok. He acknowledged it and carried on, and clips of the moment spread across social media.
- Dentists' main warning about grills is not falling teeth but what builds up underneath them: trapped food and bacteria, irritation and, with poor fit, wear on the teeth beside and below.
Update: Finesse2Tymes has since been pictured back in the dentist’s chair. Read the follow-up.
Finesse2Tymes has never been shy about his jewellery. This weekend his most expensive piece let him down in front of a live audience.
The Memphis rapper was on a TikTok Live, smiling for the camera to show off a diamond grill reportedly made by Houston jeweller Johnny Dang and valued at about $250,000, when one of the teeth came loose and fell out. He noticed, said as much, and kept the stream going.
His fans did not move on so quickly. Clips of the moment spread across Instagram, X and TikTok, and comment sections filled with jokes about the most expensive tooth to hit a floor this year.
Who is Finesse2Tymes?
Born Ricky Hampton, Finesse2Tymes is one of Memphis rap’s biggest names of the past few years, known for his blunt storytelling and a run of independent hits before signing a major deal. His flashy jewellery, grills included, is a big part of his image, which is exactly why this clip travelled so far.
Do grills damage your teeth?
Not necessarily, but they are not risk-free. The American Dental Association has said there are no studies proving grills either safe or unsafe over the long term. Its advice is that a well-fitted grill, worn now and then and kept clean, carries a low risk.
The problems come with poor fit, cheap metals and wearing a grill all day. Food and bacteria can collect between the grill and the teeth, raising the risk of bad breath, gum irritation and decay. Base metals such as nickel can cause irritation or allergic reactions. A grill that does not sit properly can also wear down the teeth it rubs against.
Permanent grills, which are fixed in place and often involve filing down natural teeth, are a bigger commitment again: dentists warn that changes to tooth enamel cannot be undone.
What should grill owners do?
Dentists’ advice is simple: have a grill made from an accurate dental mould, choose precious metals, take a removable grill out to eat and to sleep, clean it daily, and keep up regular dental check-ups so problems underneath are caught early.
What happens next
- Finesse2Tymes has not said publicly whether the grill has been repaired.
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