These dental adornments stem from a long history. The Mayans, Etruscans, and Southeast Asians historically wore gems on their teeth to signal a high social rank. By the 1970s, gold tooth coverings were popularized in the US after being introduced in predominantly Black neighborhoods. The recent interpretation of tooth gems has been popularized by celebrities like Adwoa Aboah and Lana Del Rey. Chai Beauty London owner Anyamanee Chailom has been offering tooth gems using real Swarovski crystals and 18-karat gold or higher since 2016. Her tooth gems last anywhere from months to years depending on the client's aftercare and lifestyle, and are easily removed to switch up the style whenever you like.
