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The COVID connection: how leaving gum disease untreated may increase your risk of COVID-19 complications

Recently, a connection between gum disease and an increased risk of COVID-19 complications has been highlighted by scientists worldwide, indicating that the virus is more severe than we previously thought in the presence of inflammation caused by gum disease. Expert periodontist Dr Neesha Patel explores this connection further.

How smoking affects your oral health

All tobacco use, whether it be smoking or chewing tobacco, has a negative impact on a person’s health. Smoking and tobacco is not only linked to illnesses such as heart disease, lung disease and cancer, but can also have a huge impact on your oral health, putting you at a higher risk of periodontal (gum) disease and oral cancer. Take a closer look at the relationship between tobacco use and both periodontal disease and oral cancer with leading consultant periodontist, Dr Neesha Patel.

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