Eating habits have an important role to play in maintaining oral health. Eating disorders are serious psychological conditions that are visible physically and have a huge impact on all the vital systems of the body, including oral health. The basic signs and symptoms of these disorders are first visible in the mouth. Some of the most common eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorders that show simple to severe symptoms for oral health.
Nutritional deficiency and uncontrolled eating habits affect oral health by causing permanent damage to the teeth.
Symptoms
- Tooth decay
- Sensitivity of teeth
- Dental erosion
- Damage to salivary glands and palate
- Mouth sores and bruises
- Dryness of mouth and lips
Maintaining oral health by regularly visiting a dentist could help to overcome the signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
Preventive measures
- Brushing and flossing of teeth
- Treatment for sensitivity
- Restoration of dental enamel
- Fluoride treatments
- Treatments for other dental problems
