Kanye West has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Thomas Connelly, alleging that the dentist recklessly supplied him with nitrous oxide, leading to a chemical dependency that caused neurological damage and “mood instability.” The rapper claims the dentist’s actions fell below the applicable standard of care, causing substantial harm.
West’s lawyer, Andrew Cherkasky, states in a letter sent to Connelly that the dentist started treating West in early 2024 with procedures such as custom titanium crowns. However, he alleges Connelly provided nitrous oxide in “quantities and frequencies that had no legitimate dental or medical justification.” The lawyer claims Connelly enabled and encouraged West to use nitrous oxide for recreational purposes.
Cherkasky says Connelly observed signs of dependency and neurological harm by May 2024 but willfully ignored these red flags. He alleges the dentist charged $50,000 a month for nitrous oxide services, which contributed to West’s addiction. After scrutiny rose, Connelly withdrew his services, leaving West without follow-up medical care or detoxification.
The lawsuit claims Connelly failed to ensure West received help and instead caused substantial financial losses and problems in the couple’s marriage. West has sought or plans to undergo medical intervention to detoxify and recover from the nitrous gas dependency.
Source: https://rollingstoneindia.com/kanye-west-to-sue-dentist-for-allegedly-fostering-nitrous-gas-dependency/amp