The Smile

2024 - 3 - 14

Smile Transformation Sparks Controversy for Gov. Kristi Noem

dental work - influencer marketing - Kristi Noem - legal battles - social media

Gov. Kristi Noem's dental makeover video causes uproar and legal action, leaving South Dakotans perplexed.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's recent video endorsing Smile Texas has stirred up quite a storm in the state. The infomercial-style plug for cosmetic dentists in Texas has not only raised eyebrows but also led to a lawsuit over potential non-disclosure of it being an advertisement. The viral video showcasing Noem's transformed smile has not been well-received by all, with many questioning the authenticity and transparency of the endorsement.

In a surprising turn of events, the controversy surrounding Gov. Kristi Noem's smile upgrade has escalated into legal action. Travelers United filed a lawsuit, arguing that the Smile Texas video should have been disclosed as an ad. The uproar has not only put Noem's standing in South Dakota at risk but also sparked discussions about the responsibilities of public figures when endorsing products or services. The viral nature of the video has brought unexpected attention to the world of cosmetic dentistry and the influence of social media on public perception.

On a lighter note, Jelly Roll's recent dental procedures documented on TikTok have also grabbed the spotlight. From veneer replacements to wisdom teeth removal, the journey to a new smile was shared with fans, showcasing the transformative power of dental work. Additionally, the charitable efforts of Operation Smile in providing surgeries for children with cleft palates highlight the impact that dental care can have on individuals' lives.

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Noem's Smile Texas video has some in SD 'befuddled' (KELOLAND.com)

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A recent move by Governor Kristi Noem has some South Dakotans scratching their heads. It's also prompted a non-profit ...

MAGA Gov. Kristi Noem Is Now Being Sued for Her Weird Teeth ... (Rolling Stone)

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has been sued over her video for Smile Texas, which Travelers United argues should have been disclosed as an ad.

Kristi Noem faces lawsuit and toothy questions over her viral ... (CNN)

Gov. Kristi Noem is facing legal action after her latest endorsement caused an online furor that now risks taking a bite out of her standing in South Dakota ...

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem posts infomercial-style plug for ... (CBS News)

Pierre, S.D. — South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem posted an infomercial-style video on X Monday night lavishing praise on a team of cosmetic dentists outside her ...

Jelly Roll Feels 'Sexy' as He Undergoes Several 'Reconstructive ... (PEOPLE.com)

Jelly Roll recently underwent a veneer replacement, wisdom teeth removal and more, and his wife Bunnie Xo documented the process on TikTok.

Noem posts nearly five-minute video praising Texas cosmetic dentists (The Hill)

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) posted a nearly five-minute video Monday night praising the work she got done by cosmetic dentists in Texas.

MrBeast, Operation Smile and Cleft Palates (Angels in Medicine)

Operation Smile was founded in 1982 by Dr. Bill and Kathy Magee. The organization has provided over 220,000 surgeries for children and young adults born with ...

Smile of the Day 03.13.24 (Muskogee Daily Phoenix)

First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of ...

Smile 2 Star Shares Exciting Updates as Horror Sequel Wraps Filming (MovieWeb)

Smile 2 completes filming with newcomer Lukas Gage and exciting new cast members like Naomi Scott, shaping up to be a thrilling horror addition. Director Parker ...

South Dakota gov. promotes work on her teeth by Texas dentist in ... (Spectrum News)

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem posted an infomercial-style video on X Monday night lavishing praise on a team of cosmetic dentists in Texas.

Kristi Noem faces lawsuit after promoting Texas dentist on social ... (NBC News)

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem was sued in Washington on Wednesday over her promotion of a Texas dentist on her social media accounts this week.

Kristi Noem faces lawsuit over video praising Texas dentist (Axios)

An S.D. state senator is calling for an inquiry into the video posts by the governor, who's among Trump's potential picks for VP.

Sana Smile Session: The teeth whitening process (WFLA)

TAMPA (BLOOM) – CEO/General Dentist Dr. Sana Yusuf of Sana Dental Studio + Med Spa joins Gayle Guyardo the host of the nationally syndicated health and ...

Dad buys Mustang for son battling cancer, gets offer from Ford CEO (Detroit Free Press)

"You have to live day by day because, day by day, if you look at my life, it's actually fantastic," Joseph Tegerdine says.

Advocacy group suing Noem over 'Smile Texas' posts (KELOLAND.com)

Travelers United filed the consumers-protection action on Wednesday in the federal court of Washington, D.C..

Smile of the Day 03.14.24 (Muskogee Daily Phoenix)

James Seidel, Muskogee. James' father Van sent in the photo of James smiling after having “his first tooth pulled out and excited for tooth fairy to come by ...

'Once Upon a Room' makes students and patients smile (TCU 360)

Senior communication studies major Siena Dancsecs was 12 years old when she founded a charity that decorates hospital rooms for those in need in Los Angeles, ...

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem faces lawsuit after viral endorsement ... (CBS News)

Governor Kristi Noem is now facing a lawsuit over her viral social media video promoting a cosmetic dental office in Texas.

Lunch from three spots at the Illini Union food court - Food & Drink (Smile Politely - Champaign-Urbana's Online Magazine)

Carolyn reviews three of the lunch options in the Illini Union on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.