Cartoon Characters With Big Teeth (Ranked by Chompers)

Cartoon characters with big teeth include Bugs Bunny, SpongeBob, Laura Limpin, Goofy, Pinky & The Brain, and Stanley From Cars.

Cartoon characters have a wide variety of personalities, but sometimes, a single physical trait defines them entirely. Characters’ teeth play a significant role in their identities. When we talk about big teeth, Bugs Bunny comes to mind first, but there are so many others.

Whatever the cartoonist imagines about the overall personality of a character can be expressed through their smile (or lack thereof). Whether it’s a goofy buck-toothed grin or a menacing shark smile, teeth tell a story.

I decided to take a bite out of nostalgia and list the most memorable big-teeth cartoon characters in pop culture history.

The Iconic Buck-Toothed Legends

These are the characters who are famous specifically because of their dental situation. Their teeth are as much a part of their brand as their catchphrases.

Bugs Bunny

Bugs Bunny is the king of the cartoon rabbit with big teeth trope. Created by Warner Bros, he has entertained audiences for decades. One of the most distinctive aspects of his design is his large front teeth (which sometimes look like one giant tooth). It adds a touch of whimsy to his character, making him look nonchalant even when he is outsmarting Elmer Fudd.

SpongeBob SquarePants

With his gleaming, oversized teeth, SpongeBob SquarePants never ceases to charm audiences. His two large front teeth with a distinct gap are iconic. Whether he is laughing or blowing bubbles, those teeth are front and center. I honestly think his character design wouldn’t work without them; they make him look like an eager child, which fits his personality perfectly.

Timmy Turner

Timmy Turner from The Fairly OddParents is defined by his pink hat and his massive overbite. In the show, his teeth are frequently referenced—there is even a villain named “The Bronze Kneecap” (inspired by the Crimson Chin) who mocks Timmy’s “buck-toothed” appearance. They emphasize his awkward “average kid” status.

Goofy

Goofy, a beloved character from classic Disney cartoons, is iconic for his big teeth. He usually only has two visible teeth in his upper jaw. This design choice contributes to his overall “goofy” and endearing personality. If he had a full set of perfect teeth, he just wouldn’t be Goofy.

Tow Mater (Cars)

Tow Mater is the lovable tow truck from Cars. He is known for his big, rusty “teeth,” which are actually the plates of his front hood. It gives him a hillbilly charm that endears him to audiences immediately. He’s the best friend we all want.

Sid (Ice Age)

Sid is instantly recognizable by his wide-set eyes and large, protruding teeth. These big teeth, combined with his distinctive lisping voice (John Leguizamo), make Sid an unforgettable character. They emphasize that he is a ground sloth, not exactly the most graceful creature in the animal kingdom.

Sandy Cheeks

In SpongeBob SquarePants, Sandy is the resident squirrel. As a rodent, big teeth are mandatory, but Sandy rocks them with confidence. She is a karate master and a scientist, proving that looking cute doesn’t mean you can’t kick butt.

Rabbit

Rabbit from Winnie the Pooh sports a pair of adorable buck teeth. Known for being orderly and particular, Rabbit’s teeth add to his “fussy” appearance. I always felt bad for Rabbit; he just wants to garden in peace, but Tigger is always bouncing on his carrots.

Laura Limpin

Laura Limpin from The Cramp Twins is memorable for all the wrong reasons. Her massive teeth are almost frightening. She is known as “The Big Badolescent,” and her teeth contribute to her overall aesthetic as the tough girl. It’s a great example of how female cartoon characters with big teeth aren’t always portrayed as cute.

Stanley (Cars)

Stanley is the founder of Radiator Springs. Although he is a car (a Model T Ford), his front grille is designed to look like buck teeth. It adds a touch of nostalgia and humility to his character, reminding us of the town’s humble beginnings.

The Weird and Wonderful

Some characters have big teeth that are just plain strange or part of a unique design choice.

Billy

Billy from The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy has a giant nose and giant teeth. It fits the “gross-out” humor of the show perfectly. His teeth are often used for visual gags, like opening soda bottles or biting things he definitely shouldn’t bite.

Pinky

Pinky is the happy-go-lucky half of Pinky and the Brain. His massive overbite and two protruding teeth emphasize his silliness. While Brain is serious and scowls, Pinky is always grinning, teeth out, ready for whatever chaotic plan comes next.

Edna Mode

Edna Mode from The Incredibles is small but mighty. Her large, almost horse-like teeth are visible whenever she speaks (which is usually to insult someone’s fashion sense). It adds to her unique, eccentric look.

Montana Max

Montana Max from Tiny Toon Adventures is the rich, spoiled antagonist. His massive mouth full of teeth is often shown when he is screaming or throwing a tantrum. It makes him look like a shark in a suit.

Mort Goldman

Mort from Family Guy is defined by his neuroticism and his teeth. His big front teeth and nasally voice make him instantly recognizable. He is the classic “nerd” stereotype taken to the extreme.

Olaf

Olaf has one single, massive buck tooth. It’s a design choice that makes him look like a toddler, reinforcing his innocent and naive personality. It adds a touch of asymmetry to his face that is just adorable.

Richard Watterson

Richard from The Amazing World of Gumball is a pink rabbit with one giant tooth. Since he spends 90% of the show eating, that tooth gets a lot of screen time. It fits his lazy, gluttonous, but loving character perfectly.

Shira (Ice Age)

As a saber-toothed tiger, Shira has big teeth by definition. However, unlike Diego, hers are sleek and silver, matching her fur. She proves that big teeth can be elegant and cool, not just goofy.

Chip and Dale

How do you tell them apart? Chip has a small black nose and one tooth centered in his mouth. Dale has a big red nose and two buck teeth with a gap. It’s a subtle difference, but once you see it, you can’t unsee it!

Wilford Wolf

From Animaniacs, Wilford is a polite wolf who turns into a hunk when the moon comes out. In his “nerd” form, he has massive glasses and buck teeth, playing on the classic “geek” trope.

Why Do Animators Give Characters Big Teeth?

Big teeth are a shortcut for animators. They can convey innocence (the “buck-toothed kid” look of Timmy Turner), stupidity (the “slack-jawed” look of Patrick Star), or aggression (the sharp teeth of a villain). It allows for exaggerated expressions that wouldn’t be possible with realistic dental work.

Whether it is to make us laugh or to make a character memorable, these big-toothed icons have bitten their way into pop culture history.