The Impact of COVID-19 On Oral Health In 2000, a study was conducted by the Surgeon General on Oral Health , the first of its kind. The report made it very clear that our overall well-being and good health are affected by our oral health. We use our mouths multiple times throughout our lives; whether it is by speaking, eating, or smiling, it plays a part in our quality of life. When cared for properly, many of the oral conditions, including those related to periodontal dis …