Anorexia and bulimia nervosa (the eating disorders): Conditions of interest to the dental practitioner

被引:15
作者
Robb, ND [1 ]
Smith, BGN [1 ]
机构
[1] UNITED MED & DENT SCH GUYS & ST THOMASS HOSP, DEPT CONSERVAT DENT SURG, LONDON SE1 7EH, ENGLAND
关键词
anorexia nervosa; bulimia nervosa; eating disorders; toothwear; dental caries;
D O I
10.1016/0300-5712(95)00002-X
中图分类号
R78 [口腔科学];
学科分类号
1003 ;
摘要
Objectives: This paper aims to give the dental practitioner an insight into the impact of the eating disorders on sufferers. Methods: A review of the psychiatric literature on the diagnosis, aetiology and treatment of these conditions is given. Conclusions: The dental practitioner is in an ideal position to identify the warning signs of these conditions before they have attracted medical attention.
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