It’s not a secret that phentermine has similar chemical properties of methamphetamine. It is known that meth can destroy your teeth. There is even a term for teeth loss – “meth mouth”.
Thus there is a question how phentermine affects your teeth and gums. Phentermine is not as strong and addictive as methamphetamine. Still it is not recommended to take this weight loss drug for more than 12 weeks. If you overdose or take phentermine for a longer period of time, you can become addictive.
Phentermine common side effects don’t include teeth loss. Most patients don’t observe their teeth being blackened, stained, falling apart or rotting. Of course, sometimes phentermine causes unpleasant taste in your mouth, bad taste of food, a sticky sensation, the inability to swallow or cracking lips. Many patients report such side effects once in a while.
Another side effect caused by phentermine is oral sores. Those who use phentermine have reported an increase in oral sores. If you suffer from pain or frequency of sores, talk to your dentist. Your doctor can recommend you how to reduce oral sores.
You must not be afraid that phentermine can lead to your teeth loss. There have been no severe symptoms of teeth loss reported of other amphetamines besides meth. When you take phentermine, just remember to carefully follow your prescription and dosage.