Ozempic and Wegovy were cheered as wonderful drugs when it comes to weight loss. But as the drug has become more widely used, many unintended side effects became evident-with the weight-loss drug affecting the appearance of everything from your butt to Your feet.
“Ozempic face” There are another often reported consequences of using these popular heavy drugs. This is sunk or hollowed appearance that the face can take in people who take heavy drugs. It can also increase signs of aging – including lines, wrinkles and saga skin.
This happens because a semaglutid (the Active ingredient Both in Ozempic and Wegovy) are not localized to act only on the fat we want to lose. Instead, it targets all the fat of our body – including the face.
But it is not just the appearance of your face that Semaglutid is effective. These drugs can also affect the mouth and teeth. And these side effects could possibly lead to lasting damage.
Dry mouth
Semaglutide affects the salive glands in the mouth. It does this by reducing saliva production (Hyposcriving), who in turn can lead to a dry mouth (Xerostomy). This means that there is not enough saliva to keep the mouth wet.
It is unclear why Semaglutid has this effect on the saliva glands. But in animal studies of the drug, it seems the drug makes saliva smoother. This means that it is less fluid to wet the mouth, causing it to dry.
GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs (as a semaglut) can also Reduce water consumption Touching areas in the brain responsible for thirst. Low fluid consumption further reduces saliva productionand can even cause the saliva thick and foamy and the tongue to become sticky.
Bad breath
One other commonly reported unwanted effect of semaglutid users is Bad breath (Halitosis). When less saliva flows through the mouth, this Prompts bacteria that contributes to bad breath and the Caves formation prosper. These bacterial species include Streptococcus mutans and some stresses of Lactobacillus.
Another species that has been proven to thrive in conditions where saliva is reduced is Porphyromonas gingivalis. This bacteria is a significant contributor to the production of volatile sulfur compositions that cause the bad odors characteristic for halitosis.
Another factor that may explain why Semaglutid causes bad breath, is because less saliva produced means that the tongue is not cleaned. This is the same reason why your “morning breath” is so bad, because we naturally produce less saliva at night. This allows bacteria to grow and produce odors. Pictures of Case Report Show that some people taking a semaglutide have a “furry” similar or lined appearance to their tongue. This indicates the construction of bacteria that contribute to bad breath.
Dental damage
One of the Important side effects of Ozempic is vomiting. Semaglutide slows down how quickly the stomach empties, delaying digestion, which can lead to swelling, nausea and vomiting.
Repeated vomiting Can Damage the teeth. This is because stomach acid, composed mainly by hydrochloric aciderodes the enamel of the teeth. Where vomiting occurs over an extended period of months and years the More damage will take place. The Rear surface of the teeth (Palate surface) closest to the tongue is more likely to see damage – and this damage may not be obvious to the sufferer.
Vomiting too reduces the amount of fluid in the body. When combined with reduced saliva production, this puts the teeth at an even greater risk of damage. This is because saliva helps neutralize the acid This causes dental damage.
Saliva also contributes to the dental pell – a thin, protective layer that the saliva forms on the surface of the teeth. It is thickest on the Lang-face surface from the lower row of teeth. In people who produce less saliva, the dental pellic Contains fewer mules—You type of mucus that helps saliva Stay at the teeth.
Reducing the risk of damage
If you take a semaglutide, there are many things you can do to keep your mouth healthy.
Drinking water regularly during the day can help prevent the mouth surfaces from dating. This helps keep your natural Oral microbiomewhich can reduce the risk of predominance of the bacteria that cause bad breath and dental damage.
Drinking a lot of water also enables the body produce the saliva required To prevent dry mouth, ideally the recommended daily amount of six to eight glasses. Chewing sugar-free gum is also a sensitive option, as it helps to encourage saliva production. Swallow this saliva keeps the a valuable fluid within the body. Gums containing eucalyptus It may also help prevent Halitos.
There are some evidence that probiotics could help lighten a bad breathAt least soon. Using a probiotic supplements Or consumption of probiotic rich foods (such as yogurt or kefir) can be a good idea.
Practicing good Basic oral hygienedental brushing, reducing acidic foods and juicy drinks and using oral sink Everyone helps to protect your teeth as well.
Women are twice more likely have side effects when you take GLP-1 receptors-inclusively gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting. This may be due to the sex hormones estrogen and progesterone that can Change the sensitivity of the intestine. To avoid vomiting, try eating smaller meals because the stomach stays fulfilling for a longer time while taking a semaglutide.
If you are sick, do not immediately burn your teeth, as this will spread the acid of the stomach over the surface of the teeth and increase the risk of damage. Instead, wash your mouth with water or mouth to reduce the strength of the acid and wait at least 30 minutes before brushing.
It is unclear how long these side effects continue, they are likely to disappear when the medication will stop, but some damage to the teeth is constant. Gastrointestinal side effects can take several weeks but usually resolve by itself Unless a higher dose is taken.
Adam TaylorProfessor of Anatomy, Lancaster University. This article is republished by The conversation under license on creative community. Read the Original article.
