Latest Weight-Loss Drug Side-Effect: “Ozempic Teeth”

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may help shrink waistlines, but for some people, they come with a few unfortunate side effects. You may have heard of Ozempic Face, Ozempic Butt, or even Ozempic Finger, but now there’s a new one: Ozempic Teeth. It’s not exactly fair to single out Ozempic because all of the GLP-1 drugs come with similar side effects, and now we’re learning they might be wrecking smiles. Users are reporting dry mouth, gum disease, and even tooth decay — all thanks to less saliva and more stomach acid making its way to the mouth. Add in nutritional deficiencies and it’s clear your teeth might be paying the price for that slimmer figure. If you’re on any of these weight-loss meds, dentists recommend staying hydrated, not hiding anything from your doc, and getting your teeth checked early and often. Because it would be a shame to lose that weight and end up looking worse!