Study Reveals Oral Health Factors as Predictors of Severe COVID-19 in Elderly Individuals

Posted: January 1, 2025
A study conducted in Sweden identified oral health factors that predict severe COVID-19 disease in elderly individuals. Significant predictors included the usage of removable partial or complete dentures, periodontal problems in the past year, and daytime dry mouth. These factors were found to increase the likelihood of developing severe symptoms of COVID-19. The research underscores the importance of oral health in overall health outcomes, highlighting the need for dental professionals to consider oral health status as a potential risk factor for severe disease.

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