Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) is moving to sue his former dentist, Thomas Connelly, over what he describes as “life-altering” dental malpractice—an allegation emerging alongside claims from ex-Yeezy aide Milo Yiannopolous, who says Connelly fueled the rapper’s reported nitrous oxide addiction. In a formal notice addressed to Dr. Connelly, Ye and his wife, Bianca Censori, accuse the dentist of serious professional misconduct. Ye, who was under Connelly’s care throughout 2024, is said to have undergone multiple procedures and was reportedly administered nitrous oxide during treatment.
The lawsuit asserts that Connelly’s conduct has resulted in “life-altering harm caused by malice, misappropriation, and malpractice.” The letter details that, “Evidence indicates that during the period Ye was under your care, you engaged in multiple inappropriate and hazardous practices that were well beyond any legitimate medical purpose or standard of care.” It further underscores that these actions were not isolated incidents but rather part of a troubling pattern of misconduct spanning from 2024 to 2025.
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Bianca Censori is cited as a witness to several occurrences, some allegedly taking place in their shared residence. The claims also suggest that Connelly encouraged the rapper to self-administer nitrous oxide and continued to provide the substance even after Ye began to experience neurological issues. Yeezy’s legal team has indicated that they possess communications from Connelly expressing regret, which could be pivotal in court proceedings. Notably, it has come to light that Ye was compensating Connelly a significant fee of $50,000 monthly for his dental care.
The letter also highlights concerns regarding the administration of propofol, a powerful anesthetic, alleging that Connelly provided it outside of medical settings. The document states that Ye suffered severe mental and physical distress as a result of these actions, requiring immediate medical attention. Additionally, it suggests that there were instances where propofol or similar agents were administered while Ye was in a vulnerable state, unable to give informed consent.
Propofol has a notorious reputation, having been found in the system of the late pop icon Michael Jackson following his death in 2009. Currently, Thomas Connelly has not responded to these serious allegations or the formal notice issued by the rapper. However, he previously denied any wrongdoing when initially confronted with Yiannopolous’s accusations last year.