Oral Health Issues Not Uncommon
People who struggle with bulimia often has oral issues, including tooth decay, caused by regurgitation. But an eating disorder of any kind can cause serious oral issues because of the person's extremely restrictive diet.
"While up to 80% of bulimic patients show signs of the tooth erosion usually associated with regurgitation, some studies have found similar prevalence rates in patients with highly restrictive dietary habits."Signs of oral health issues can include increased sensitivity to temperature and tooth decay. Read more at NationalEatingDisorders.org.
posted by EatingDisordersHelpGuide at 9:48 AM
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