Leann Rimes‘s Teeth Take a Stage Dive During Concert

During a recent performance, singer Leann Rimes experienced an unexpected dental mishap. The incident, which involved a dislodged dental bridge, briefly interrupted her set, causing a moment of onstage panic before she could continue.

The Incident Unfolds

During a concert in Washington, Leann Rimes, 42, encountered a dental issue mid-performance. While performing, she felt her dental bridge loosen. The bridge ultimately detached from her mouth while she was singing.

“I panicked and said: wait a minute.”

—Leann Rimes

The singer was in the middle of singing “One Way Ticket” when she felt something snap inside her mouth. She managed to quickly step away from the microphone. This all happened while Rimes was onstage.

Quick Recovery

Rimes addressed the audience after running to the side of the stage. She put the bridge back in and resumed the show. She sang the rest of her songs.

Dental emergencies can happen at any time. Roughly 22% of adults experience some form of dental emergency annually (American Dental Association, 2024).

Looking Ahead

The singer reflected on the event, calling it “the most epic experience ever.” Rimes said she’s never had an incident like this happen during her career.