Clin Oral Investig February 2022 PMID 34448073

The clinical association between Periodontitis and COVID-19.

Shipra Gupta, Ritin Mohindra, Mohita Singla, Sagar Khera, Vaibhav Sahni, Poonam Kanta, Roop Kishor Soni, Amit Kumar, Krishan Gauba, Kapil Goyal, Mini P Singh, Arnab Ghosh, Kamal Kajal, Varun Mahajan, Ashish Bhalla

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73
Peak: 55 in Apr 2023
across 2 sources since Aug 2021

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What people are saying

The overall tone indicates strong agreement with the findings, using phrases such as 'more evidence' and 'x14 risk,' which highlight the perceived importance and urgency. The discussions include references to specific data points like odds ratios and the potential for improved health outcomes, illustrating deep engagement and recognition of the study’s implications for public health.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the research’s findings, emphasizing the strong link between gum disease and COVID-19 severity, with multiple posts highlighting odds ratios and causal relationships.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest by referencing specific data, such as odds ratios for death and ventilation, and discussing clinical implications, indicating active engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

While most posts show engagement through sharing evidence and raising awareness, some are brief or repetitive, resulting in moderate overall engagement scores.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions suggest the research significantly influences perceptions by stressing the importance of oral health in COVID-19 outcomes and urging serious attention, reflecting high overall impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined the link between periodontitis (gum disease) and COVID-19 outcomes, finding that worse periodontal health was associated with higher risks of pneumonia, hospitalization, ventilation, and death among infected patients.
  • Males and older individuals were more affected, and increasing severity of periodontitis significantly raised the odds of severe COVID-19 outcomes.
  • The researchers used both clinical examinations and a new point-of-care test (aMMP8 mouthrinse kit) to assess periodontal health, suggesting that maintaining good oral hygiene could help identify and reduce risk for severe COVID-19 cases.]

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Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
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Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with severe gum disease https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb Problem is that many don't know they have gum disease and neither do their doctors #takegumdiseaseseriously

Apr 14, 2023 · 134 likes · 45 shares · 11,941 followers View post →
Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
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There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in acute COVID this paper reports an odds ratio for death of 14 in those with active gum disease. https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb

Apr 22, 2023 · 29 likes · 17 shares · 11,941 followers View post →
Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
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Gupta et al https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb Haran et al https://t.co/pQVRvKvijx

Nov 20, 2023 · 9 likes · 11,941 followers View post →
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@riusetsu · X

【COVID-19と歯周病(P)】

Sep 20, 2021 · 5 likes · 355 followers View post →
SourceControl21
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stomatologes see a lot of inflammation tissues make the math

Apr 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 864 followers View post →
Noha Aboelata, MD
@NohaAboelataMD · X

Whew!! Covid & gum disease: "Higher severity of periodontitis led to 7.45 odds of requiring assisted ventilation, 36.52 odds of hospital admission, 14.58 odds of being deceased..." https://t.co/0AJAD4XkAX

Jul 3, 2022 · 1 like · 3 shares · 12,079 followers View post →

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SourceControl21
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RT @SourceControl21: stomatologes see a lot of inflammation tissues make the math

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Bob
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in a…

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Bob
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in a…

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Bob
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in a…

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Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
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Gupta et al https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb Haran et al https://t.co/pQVRvKvijx

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Deming (mascarilla
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RT @SourceControl21: stomatologes see a lot of inflammation tissues make the math

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SourceControl21
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RT @SourceControl21: stomatologes see a lot of inflammation tissues make the math

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Bob
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in a…

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Bob
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Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
@DrGrahamLJ · X

There is now even more evidence for the connections between gum disease and development of severe COVID. For example, in acute COVID this paper reports an odds ratio for death of 14 in those with active gum disease. https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb

Apr 22, 2023 · 29 likes · 17 shares · 11,941 followers View post →
Julianne Taylor, Nutritionist
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Association of Covid severity and periodontitis https://t.co/CwpuxK3VWw

Apr 17, 2023 · 5,292 followers View post →
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Greta Compton Dip DH RCSEd aka Gretsky
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with sev…

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RT @DrGrahamLJ: Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with sev…

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RT @DrGrahamLJ: Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with sev…

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SourceControl21
@SourceControl21 · X

stomatologes see a lot of inflammation tissues make the math

Apr 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 864 followers View post →
PJ Breedeloo
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RT @DrGrahamLJ: Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with sev…

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Dr Graham Lloyd-Jones
@DrGrahamLJ · X

Reminder of the link between gum disease and #COVID severity x14 risk of COVID death shown in this study of those with severe gum disease https://t.co/Z7w7DicIpb Problem is that many don't know they have gum disease and neither do their doctors #takegumdiseaseseriously

Apr 14, 2023 · 134 likes · 45 shares · 11,941 followers View post →
Noha Aboelata, MD
@NohaAboelataMD · X

@RobRyder44 Yes! I actually reviewed this in some detail in this briefing: https://t.co/NEBuZJLm6a

Dec 30, 2022 · 12,079 followers View post →
planetscape
@planetscape · X

RT @chithanh_: @fitterhappierAJ @Anto_Berto @sciencecohen As I understand it, SARS-CoV-2 enters the bloodstream via oral mucosa/gums during…

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Stone Cold Pillar
@StoneColdPillar · X

RT @chithanh_: @fitterhappierAJ @Anto_Berto @sciencecohen As I understand it, SARS-CoV-2 enters the bloodstream via oral mucosa/gums during…

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Nguyễn Chí-Thanh
@chithanh_ · X

@fitterhappierAJ @Anto_Berto @sciencecohen As I understand it, SARS-CoV-2 enters the bloodstream via oral mucosa/gums during acute phase. Post-acute persistent virus enters bloodstream via intestinal mucosa. In both cases it is breakdown of mucosal barriers which is thought to drive poor outcomes. https://t.co/rPVHOOBUe8

Nov 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 200 followers View post →
Noha Aboelata, MD
@NohaAboelataMD · X

Whew!! Covid & gum disease: "Higher severity of periodontitis led to 7.45 odds of requiring assisted ventilation, 36.52 odds of hospital admission, 14.58 odds of being deceased..." https://t.co/0AJAD4XkAX

Jul 3, 2022 · 1 like · 3 shares · 12,079 followers View post →
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@riusetsu · X

【COVID-19と歯周病(P)】

Sep 20, 2021 · 5 likes · 355 followers View post →
Covid19DentRes
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The clinical association between Periodontitis and COVID-19 https://t.co/A9snxquQna #COVID19 #CoronaVirus #dentistry

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