India, June 10 -- Once a staple accessory for hip-hop and R&B musicians, grills and tooth gems are having a major moment in fashion.

Adorning one's teeth with jewels goes back to the Mayan times where dental modification was a common practice as one transitioned to adulthood. Gemstones such as jade a pyrite were commonly embedded and were often used as a way to establish wealth and social status.

In modern times, dental modifications evolved into individually glued-on tooth gems or grills that snap over the teeth, encapsulating them in metal and precious stones. From with rappers such as Jay-Z and Bad Bunny to popstars Beyonce, Madonna and Rosalia, dental accessories are making a comeback. "It is an extension of your style - and you can...