One of the benefits of being a dentist in Los Angeles or New York is that there’s a good chance a celebrity will visit your practice. Some celebrities like to remain low-profile in their private lives, and some don’t want the public to know that they’ve had dental work, but some hit the sweet spot: nice, genuine people who are willing to help you promote your practice by taking pictures for your website and sending some shout-outs on Instagram.
Here are five celebrities who have helped promote their New York and Los Angeles dentists on Instagram.
Alessandro Del Piero - Wilshire Smile Studio
Alessandro Del Piero is a legendary Italian footballer known for his incredible skill, vision, and goal-scoring ability. A Juventus icon and former captain, Del Piero spent 19 years with the club, winning numerous Serie A titles and the prestigious UEFA Champions League. His elegant style of play and ability to deliver clutch performances earned him a reputation as one of the greatest forwards of his generation. After retiring from professional soccer in 2014, Del Piero transitioned into a successful media career, often providing expert commentary on major European matches.
When he's not traveling through Europe covering soccer games, Del Piero can often be found in Los Angeles, where he owns and operates N10, a high-end Italian restaurant. Located in the heart of the city, N10 offers a sophisticated blend of Italian cuisine with a modern twist, making it a hotspot for locals, foodies, and celebrities. The restaurant reflects Del Piero’s passion for good food and hospitality, blending Italian culture with the laid-back elegance of Los Angeles. Aside from managing his restaurant, Del Piero takes time to enjoy the California lifestyle. While in LA, he makes sure to keep up with his health, including regular dental checkups and occasional IG posts at a trusted clinic, Wilshire Smile Studio.
Loren Gray - Pacific Dental Care
Though perhaps less-known among the older crowd, Loren Gray is an up-and-coming Gen Z celebrity who built a music career on TikTok. She signed up for the platform in 2015, back when it was called Musical.ly, and gradually built a following, becoming TikTok’s most followed creator from March 2019 to March 2020.
In 2018, she signed a recording contract with Virgin Records, and upon its expiration, she became an independent artist. She continues to release singles and albums, with tens of millions of social media followers keeping the fandom strong.
Loren visits Pacific Dental Care in Glendale and promoted her favorite dentist here. Dr. Marine Martirosyan is known for cosmetic and family dentistry, particularly her orthodontics. She was a clinical faculty member at the University of Southern California and has been repeatedly recognized as a “Top Dentist” by Pasadena Magazine. Her bio is available here.
David Arquette - Shervin M. Louie, DDS
Mainly known for his role as Dewey Riley in the Scream franchise, actor David Arquette has been making steady film and TV appearances since the early 90s. He had a brief professional wrestling career, winning the WCW World Heavyweight Championship in 2000, and was married to Courtney Cox Arquette of Friends fame, who he met on the set of the first Scream movie
David’s dentist is Shervin M. Louie, DDS, who has been practicing in Larchmont Village since 1996. Dr. Louie is known for his cosmetic and implant reconstruction dentistry, and is especially adept at crafting and placing porcelain veneers, which are popular among actors. David has featured several times in the @smileinlosangeles Instagram, including here and here.
It’s not just David Arquette, too; Dr. Louie’s practice serves a number of celebrities, who he highlights on his website’s celebrity gallery.
DJ Khaled and Fat Joe - Sutton Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry
DJ Khaled is a man of many talents: radio hype man, record producer and executive, author, and recording artist with over a dozen rap / hip-hop albums released. His albums and singles have hit the top of the Billboard charts, and he won a Grammy for Best Rap / Sung Performance for his 2019 song “Higher.” He is also known for his extensive curation of high-profile musical artists and producers.
Khaled visits Sutton Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry in New York City. Drs. Mojgan Fajiram and Sheila Monahemi are known for their cosmetic dentistry for celebrity patients, including such notables as Nicki Minaj, Shania Twain, and Idris Elba. DJ Khaled can be seen here on his friend and colleague Fat Joe’s Instagram, flashing the sparkling dental work he got from Dr. Mojgan.
Amir K - Parthenia Dental
Known for his hilarious takes on dog ownership, amongst other humorous rants, Amir K paid a visit to Dr. Pirian at Parthenia Dental in Panorama City for a checkup. It's very important to keep the smile bright and shiny for for IG.
Emma Roberts - Apa Aesthetic
Show business is full of family dynasties, and Emma Roberts continues this tradition. The daughter of actor Eric Roberts and niece of superstar Julia Roberts, Emma first gained recognition on the Nickelodeon teen sitcom Unfabulous. She found a niche in the horror and thriller genres, starring in many seasons of American Horror Story, as well as the comedy horror series Scream Queens.
Emma’s dentist is Dr. Michael Apa of Apa Aesthetic. Dr. Apa serves patients in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Dubai with world-class cosmetic treatments like dental veneers. Emma can be seen in this video giving a testimonial about her excellent experience at the practice. Until visiting Apa Aesthetic, she had never been satisfied with her dentist, but now she’s “obsessed.” She also gave a shoutout to Dr. Apa on her own Instagram.
Shaq - Beverly Hills Dentistry
He needs no introduction. Few people are so famous that they’re known by just one syllable, but here he is. Four-time NBA champion, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, rapper, actor, media personality: it’s Shaq.
Shaq is particularly beloved in Los Angeles for his eight-year stint with the Lakers, including three consecutive championships in 2000-2002. So it’s only fitting that he would visit an LA-area dental practice: Beverly Hills Dentistry.
A family practice run by a father / son / daughter team, BHD has been providing quality dentistry since 1983. Drs. Kevin, Michelle, and Shawn Frawley run a tight-knit team characterized by its exceptional service, specializing in cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, sleep apnea treatment, and more. Shaq agreed to make an appearance on their Instagram here. With his seven-foot-tall frame, Shaq cuts quite a figure when he visits the dentist - it’s tough to find a chair big enough for him!
Taking Care of Celebrity Patients
Though it’s understandable if a celebrity wants to remain as anonymous as possible at the dentist, it certainly gives the practice a boost if they agree to help promote it. Even a simple Instagram post, TikTok video, or promotional photo can convince prospective patients to book an appointment. Who wouldn’t want to go to Shaq’s dentist?
If you’re a dentist in Los Angeles or New York, build a great practice and one day, a celebrity may walk through your door. Some of your patients could even be celebrities-in-the-making. When they get their big break, it wouldn’t hurt to ask them politely if they’d like to appear in a photo or make a post. The benefits of fame can elevate celebrity patients and dentists alike.