Taking in almost $600 million worldwide, the blockbuster hit, Bohemian Rhapsody, gave Queen fans a wild ride through the life of legendary frontman, Freddie Mercury. Obviously Rami Malek, star of Mr. Robot and Emmy award winner, had some hefty shoes to fill, but that’s not all — he also had to fill some particularly large teeth. Freddie Mercury was known to be self-conscious of his pronounced overbite, which was caused by four extra teeth, but the multi-millionaire was reluctant to receive dental work, as he was afraid that any change to the structure of his mouth could jeopardize his octave range. As somewhat of a method actor, Rami Malek knew the teeth would play a major role in nailing Mercury’s manner of speaking, covering his lips and smiling frequently during interviews, so even before officially agreeing to the role, Malek asked for a pair of prosthetics a year prior to filming.
How Did Rami Malek Prepare for the Role?
As you might expect, prosthetic teeth were initially difficult to deal with. Malek would wear them everyday and, much like Mercury, would feel incredibly self-conscious. In an interview with Vanity Fair, he described how he began to compensate for the smile by working on his posture and the elegance with which he comported himself. This, Malek found, seemed to match the way Mercury gave interviews, sitting very straight and smiling at pointed moments, allowing him to capture a more authentic portrayal.
Where Are the Teeth Now?
After the filming of Bohemian Rhapsody, Rami Malek had the prosthetic teeth coated in gold as a memento. Malek called it, “probably the most ostentatious thing” he’d ever done, which seemed to match the “spirit of Freddie.” Though they are still in Malek’s possession, he has considered auctioning them off at a later date, and donating the proceeds to a charity Mercury would be proud of.
Are You Embarrassed by Your Smile?
If you, like Freddie Mercury, have been embarrassed by the size, shape, or color of your smile, cosmetic dentistry/cosmetic-dentistry'}}}} can help — unless you’re trying to maintain your octave range! Specializing in treatments which can optimize the aesthetic value of your smile, as well as its functionality, cosmetic dentistry can fix teeth that are chipped, worn, discolored, or misaligned. Your smile is an accessory to every outfit, even the wildest ones, so why not make it something you’re proud of? While professional whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dental procedures, there are many others that can fix more than stains. Porcelain veneers are a brilliant way to completely transform your smile. As good as a prosthetic, porcelain veneers use wafer-thin shells adhered to the visible surface of your teeth to change the shade, size, and alignment of your smile, giving you a completely personalized look.
To learn how cosmetic dentistry can give you a smile that you’ll love and be happy to share, please call 212-557-8668 today for an appointment Columbus Circle cosmetic dentist Dr. Karthilde Appolon.
