Searches for the impacts of Ozempic on teeth have increased as people consider the medication for weight loss

A dentist has shared insight into the impacts that GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic can have on teeth after searches into the subject soared.

GLP-1 plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar, appetite, and digestion, and while it is naturally occurring hormone in the body, medications using the hormone can also be used to help treat type 2 diabetes.

It’s this condition that the drugs are typically prescribed for, but their impact on appetite and digestion mean they are also popular with people trying to lose weight – despite the fact Ozempic hasn’t been approved by the FDA for weight loss.

As members of the public continue to research the drugs and how they may affect them, a simulation revealed how Ozempic works on the body to ‘activate the part of the brain that make you feel full, reducing your appetite’.

Among the questions people have about Ozempic include whether it can have an impact on your teeth, with Google trend data cited by Hello! revealing that searches for ‘Ozempic + Teeth’ surged by 216 percent in just the one week.

To address this concern, dentist Dr. Sofia Ahmed of Viva Dental spoke to the publisher about how GLP-1 medications might impact your mouth and teeth.

Dr. Ahmed pointed to symptoms such as dry mouth and increased sensitivity in the mouth as results of these kinds of drugs, saying: “It can be a surprise for patients. They focus on weight loss and don’t realize how much it can affect oral health. But saliva, chewing activity, and hormonal balance all play a vital role in maintaining a healthy smile.”