Eagle-eyed figure skating fans may have noticed something on Alysa Liu’s front teeth as she smiled after her gold-medal winning performance in the women’s free skate on Thursday at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics,

Team USA figure skating star Alysa Liu is front and center during the 2026 Winter Olympics, and fans are quick to notice that when she smiles, she has a unique set of teeth.

Alysa Liu got a smiley so I got a smiley.

The Olympic figure skater did her frenulum piercing herself — with a needle and her sister's help.

Along with captivating fans with her graceful, powerful routines at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Alysa Liu is grabbing attention for her unusual look.

Narrator: Lions have them, hippos have them, and even you and I have them: canines, those long, pointy front teeth. They're actually the longest teeth in the human mouth. So what are these long, sharp teeth doing among our short, stubby ones? Well ...

A gleaming smile is often seen as a symbol of confidence, vitality, and good health. However, missing front teeth can have a profound impact on a person’s well-being, extending far beyond aesthetics. While the absence of visible teeth may not seem like a ...