A study indicated that the mouth can act as an entry point for SARS-CoV-2 because cells in the tongue, gums, and teeth have angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE2). This is the protein receptor that allows the virus to enter cells.
People with poor oral health have a higher number of ACE2 receptors.
References:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/covid-teeth#link
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11282-020-00497-0
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Updated: 09-24-2023