Abstract

The knowledge about vitamin D role in human physiology is highly relevant in Dentistry, particularly considering the current world health emergency (pandemia) of the disease known as COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. The deficiency of some nutrients including vitamins and hormone precursors is a factor predisposing to disease and susceptibility to infections of the respiratory tract. Additionally, in orthodontics, vitamin D is able to increase dental movement and in Implant Dentistry improves osseointegration. The aim of the present review is to provide information regarding COVID-19 and vitamin D role in the immune system and respiratory system, useful for the dental staff to help patients and themselves to take preventive actions to mitigate the consequences of COVID-19 pandemia in near future.

Keywords: Dentistry; Prevention; Vitamin D; SARS-CoV-2; COVID-19

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Citation

Citation: Diego Fernando López., et al. “Vitamin D: Another Protection Barrier for the Dentist in Times of SARS-CoV-2”. Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 4.7 (2020): 79-88.

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