RT  - Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
ID  - 10.17796/jcpd.36.2.3785414p682843wj
T1  - Eating Disorders and their Implications on Oral Health – Role of Dentists
A1  - Kavitha PR
A1  - Vivek P
A1  - Hegde AM
K1  - Eating disorders
K1  - Anorexia nervosa
K1  - Bulimia
YR  - 2011
SP  - 155
AB  - <p>Eating disorders (EDs) are primary psychological conditions, often associated with severing medical complications. EDs are characterized by perturbed eating behavior patterns. Their increasing incidence and prevalence is causing concerns to healthcare professionals. Because eating disorders are a complex issue, a multidisciplinary approach to treatment is required and this team includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Nutritionists.The purpose of this paper is to review the role of the dentists especially the pediatric dentist and orthodontist in identifying oral manifestations of EDs, which may be utilized for oral diagnosis, referral and management of underlying psychiatric condition and also secondary oral conditions.</p>