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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Health
David Unyime Nkanta

Ozempic Teeth Explained: Why Your Smile Could Be the Price of Slimming Down

A dental hygienist checking the patient's teeth.

GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have become wildly popular for their dramatic weight-loss effects, with high-profile names like Oprah Winfrey and Sharon Osbourne openly backing their use.

But now, a worrying new side effect—dubbed 'Ozempic teeth'—is causing concern. From discolouration to severe dental decay, users are reporting a range of unexpected oral health issues, prompting medical experts to warn that the risks could go far deeper than just the surface.

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