Johnny Depp is the iconic actor known for his versatility and his chameleon-like ability to slip into any role.
Yet, while Depp’s acting prowess has never been in question, his dental transformation has certainly raised eyebrows. His dental condition has sparked countless speculations across the internet.
Hop on the train, as we will be dunking the dental transformation of Captain Jack Sparrow.
After the appearance of Johnny Depp at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival in May, the internet is sizzling with the conversation revolving around Depp’s rotting teeth. In his Cannes appearance, Johnny’s teeth looked very unhealthy and rotten due to cavities. Additionally, in an interview with ‘Premiere Magazine’ in 1995, he revealed, “I’ve got loads of cavities. I had a root canal done eight years ago that’s unfinished.” It is also speculated that the rotting teeth can be an after-effect of smoking and drug use.
What Happened to Johnny Depp’s Teeth – The Backstory
Camille Vasquez can save Johnny from anything but this new problem that arrived after his appearance at the Cannes Film Festival of 2023. Nobody has ever imagined that Captain Jack Sparrow would be called out for the condition of his teeth.
Johnny’s rotting teeth were captured by paparazzi at the Cannes Film Festival in May. Ever since, his oral health and decaying teeth have been a hot topic for fans and media.
Some were concerned about his health, as represented by his teeth, while others were concerned about their peace of mind. Netizens on the media platform expressed their disturbed feelings after seeing the latest picture of Johnny at the festival.
People also barged in, joking around about how Johnny should brush his teeth.
A user on X(formerly known as Twitter) commented, “Johnny Depp’s teeth are literally ROTTING.”
But, in between this chaos, few people stood up for him, saying, “*victims complain about fatphobic comments*….*general public shifts fatphobic remarks to the other person instead*…..I dislike Johnny Depp but the teeth comments about him… this app can be so toxic like it’s just a stark reminder of the hypocrisy and ableism in the world”.
However, there is a backstory to his destroyed and decaying teeth. Johnny revealed that he was abused by his mother in his childhood, and to cope with the pain, he started using alcohol.
He also mentioned that at the young age of 12, he got addicted to smoking. His addiction to smoking and drugs just grew worse. In dental terms, such substance use can lead to tooth decay and harm other internal organs.
Upon asking about his dental health, in an interview with ‘Premiere Magazine’ in 1995, Johnny revealed,
“I’ve got loads of cavities. I had a root canal done eight years ago that’s unfinished. It’s like a rotten little stub. But I like it. It’s like when the Indians would make something beaded, they would always put imperfections on it. I’m proud of these. When I see people with perfect teeth, it drives me up the wall. I’d rather swallow a tick than have that!”
Despite having a net worth of $150 million, Depp appears unconcerned about his oral health. Although, it is unclear if he is undergoing any dental surgery or medication. Despite his choices and past trauma, nothing can be confirmed about his idea of fixing his teeth.
Netizens on the internet are trolling him for not properly brushing his teeth to prevent cavities. Whatever the reason is, neither can we force the actor nor can we suggest apart from praying for his health.
What do you think about such health issues? Share your health tips in the comments below.
