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Semaglutide, also known as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Rybelsus, has become one of the hottest topics in the healthcare world today. Originally designed as an anti-diabetic medication that is injected once a week for the treatment of type 2 diabetes to assist with the control of blood sugar levels and lower the risk of heart disease, it has now become one of the most commonly used weight-loss drugs.
In June 2021, the FDA announced the approval of Semaglutide for weight loss in obesity treatment (BMI >30), and the treatment of overweight patients that have associated high-risk medical conditions such as heart disease. Just 11 months later, Kim Kardashian stunned the world at the Met Gala with her slim waist, facial appearance, and resemblant shape of Marilyn Monroe, revealing Semaglutide as the secret behind her weight loss and sparking the Ozempic craze.
The hashtag “#OzempicFace” began trending on social media, with individuals sharing the not-so-fetching aftermath of Semaglutide, including facial sagging, aging, changes in color, and overall gauntness. Actual patients began releasing photos and videos of their first-hand accounts with the medication, illustrating the drastic contrast between their pre and post #OzempicFace. The root of this problem is Semaglutide, which depletes the body and skin of vital nutrients and vitamins, while the drug's active ingredient targets collagen, elastin, and fat cells, causing volume loss and skin laxity issues.
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While many believe dermal fillers to be the solution, they may not be the best option for regaining the volume, collagen, and elastin loss caused by Ozempic. Dermal fillers consist of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) which tends to attract water molecules. A more suitable option can be achieved with the use of Sculptra®, an injectable poly-L-lactic acid that stimulates the body's natural function to create more collagen. This gives the body the opportunity to naturally rebuild lost collagen and create a fuller appearance, leading to the overall improvement of what we now know to be #OzempicFace.
In addition, Sculptra® lasts much longer than dermal fillers, with studies showing the product can last more than two years, and based on clinical data, its lifespan was observed to be closer to three to five years. The administration of Sculptra is virtually painless and takes no more than an hour for a full facial treatment. Additionally, Sculptra is a great anti-aging treatment for achieving younger and healthier-looking skin. So if you're experiencing the effects of #OzempicFace, Sculptra might just be the solution you're looking for.
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