There’s no rigorous evidence yet that the infection can lead to tooth loss or related problems. But among members of her support group, she found others who also described teeth falling out, as well as sensitive gums and teeth turning gray or chipping. The same day Khemili’s tooth fell out, her partner went on Survivor Corp, a Facebook page for people who have lived through COVID-19. Therefore, Li said, it’s possible that the virus has damaged the blood vessels that keep the teeth alive in COVID-19 survivors; that also may explain why those who have lost their teeth feel no pain. “Patients may be bringing in new findings,” he said, and physicians and dentists need to cooperate on understanding the effects of long-term COVID-19 on teeth.

Source: bd News24 November 26, 2020 13:18 UTC