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This study investigated dental problems and radiological and cardiac evaluations in patients affected by Covid-19. Heart disease is related to the health of the teeth, and people who have damaged and decayed teeth are more prone to cardiovascular disease. Researchers have concluded that poor dental hygiene is a sign of acute heart disease risks. In the report presented by Tarje Imna service, a group of researchers examined almost 65 thousand people infected with the corona virus in order to evaluate the effects of the covid 19 virus on the oral and dental health of the affected people. According to the results of this research, one of the effects of the corona virus on the body is the reduction of oral moisture. Almost 43% of patients accepted this effect. In general, dry mouth is one of the causes of oral and dental diseases, especially bad breath. Corona virus also increases the risk of tooth decay by reducing the moisture in the mouth. Another effect of the corona virus on the mouth and teeth is to cause ulcers in the gums and tongue. Of course, in this case, researchers do not comment with certainty, because they believe that other factors are also effective in causing these wounds. Some experts say that considering that more than 47 percent of adults who are 30 years old or older have periodontal diseases, such as gum infection, inflammation of the gums and bone around the teeth. We should expect that the existing dental and oral problems will become more acute in case of infection with Covid-19.
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BACKGROUND: The emergence of COVID-19 has devastated many parts of the world. From asymptomatic to symptomatic, the virus causes a wide spectrum of presentations. COVID-19 patients may present with oral manifestations. In Afghanistan, where COVID-19 has severely strained the health care system, much of the population lacks proper oral hygiene. This makes the oral cavity a perfect site for SARS-CoV-2 to manifest clinical signs. CASE PRESENTATION: A 62-year-old male was evaluated in the Dentistry Teaching Clinic of Kabul University of Medical Sciences for a painful erosive lesion on dorsal surface of his tongue. He also complained of fever, cough, and taste alteration. He was referred to Afghan Japan Hospital for COVID-19 testing and tested positive. He was followed on for the treatment of SARS-CoV2. After 2 weeks, the patient tested negative and returned to the dentistry clinic for follow-up. Although there were no other signs of COVID-19, the painful erosive lesion on his tongue persisted. Oral evaluation were performed and the patient was advised to practice good hygiene. After 10 days, we observed an asymptomatic geographic tongue without fever and myalgias and the lesion of dorsal surface of tongue improved from severe condition to moderate. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, patients with suspected or confirmed SARS-CoV-2 should be screened for symptoms and physical findings in the oral mucosa To prevent such an outcome, awareness programs need to be implemented for the diagnosis and management of clinical symptoms among patients.