Conclusion: Periodontitis was associated with 9x higher risk of ICU admission, need for assisted ventilation and death of COVID-19 patients.
Clinical Relevance: This study helps understand better the risk factors influencing the outcome of COVID-19 infections and by revealing that periodontitis could be a risk factor, this study highlights the importance of periodontal health in the prevention and perhaps even management of COVID-19 complications.
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