Many individuals with diabetes struggle with excess weight, which can worsen insulin resistance and blood sugar control
Recently, many people using GLP-1 medications also report what has been termed Ozempic teeth. According to Catrise Austin, DDS, a cosmetic dentist, author of Stop Diabetes Today, and host of the Lets Talk Smiles Podcast, as more people turn to medications like Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) for diabetes and weight loss, dentists are seeing more patients experiencing a range of unexpected oral side effects
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But the drugs arent effective for about 14% of people who try them
Over time, researchers discovered another effect of GLP-1s: appetite suppression