The Unexpected Gaps in a Million-Dollar Smile
A Childhood Incident and Its Lasting Impact on Mark Consuelos' Dental Health
Mark Consuelos, a familiar face from the talk show 'Live With Kelly and Mark,' recently revealed that his seemingly perfect smile harbors a long-held secret. He disclosed that he has been missing a front tooth for nearly five decades, a consequence of a childhood accident where he injured himself on an obstacle course in fourth grade. This incident, which he described as "very traumatic," led to years of managing the issue, including the use of a cap and eventually an implant.
The 'Flipper' Fiasco: A Close Call on the 'Riverdale' Set
Consuelos further elaborated on the challenges of his missing tooth, recalling a particularly stressful moment during filming for the CW drama 'Riverdale.' He recounted an instance where his dental "flipper" a removable prosthetic popped out during a flight from New York City to Vancouver. This left him in a precarious situation, as he needed to appear on camera soon after landing. He managed to keep his secret safe from his colleagues for one day of shooting, skillfully navigating the scene without anyone noticing his predicament.
Kelly Ripa's Affectionate Teasing and the Toothless Dinner
His wife and co-host, Kelly Ripa, playfully joined in the conversation, highlighting her husband's "dazzling smile" but humorously noting the visual difference when his front tooth is absent. She revealed that the issue occasionally surfaces in their personal lives, recounting a time when Consuelos' tooth fell out just before they were due to attend a dinner with friends. Far from being embarrassed, Consuelos embraced the situation, remarking, "I went toothless to this restaurant. I didn’t care. I looked funny!" Ripa added that he enjoys surprising people by playfully removing his tooth, transforming into a "different person entirely." The couple hinted at sharing a photo of this unique aspect of Consuelos' smile with their audience in the future, promising updates.