Ep 3. Don't Go Breaking My Tooth

Hannah Montana season 3 episode 3 titled "Don't Go Breaking My Tooth" centers around Miley Stewart (played by Miley Cyrus) and her alter ego Hannah Montana. Miley is facing a dental emergency, and she needs to get a tooth pulled. However, she is worried that if her fans find out, it will compromise her image as a pop star. On one hand, Miley is concerned that her image as Hannah Montana will be tarnished if photos of her without a tooth surface, and on top of her musical ambitions, her job is to maintain her celebrity status.

Meanwhile, Miley's brother Jackson (played by Jason Earles) is excited to take on his new job as a dentist's assistant and earns some money. He is also curious about the gossip around the town regarding Hannah Montana's tooth pulling. Miley tries to keep Jackson on a need-to-know basis and insists that he shouldn't tell anyone about her dental issue.

As the day of the tooth pulling appointment approaches, Miley is increasingly paranoid about the possibility of the media discovering her secret. She even imagines an unlikely scenario where her tooth ends up in the wrong hands and a black market for celebrity bones is created.

Miley's paranoia is not unfounded. A man who claims to be a talent scout approaches her at the dentist's office. He sees Miley's disheveled appearance post-surgery and offers to "upgrade" her look. The man is persistent, and Miley has to use all her wit to get rid of him, who is preying on her vulnerability.

The episode explores themes of self-image, self-esteem, and the value of social media in shaping celebrity culture. Miley is a celebrity who is pressured to maintain a perfect image, even at the cost of her health and authenticity. In contrast, Jackson is a character who is refreshingly unbothered by celebrity culture and finds happiness in more modest endeavors.

Ultimately, Miley's dental crisis turns out to be an opportunity for her to embrace her flaws and find support from her loved ones. She and her family learn to prioritize their health and well-being over societal pressures, including celebrity status.