Faculty Articles

Title

Eating disorders: a personal story with implications for dentists, and healthcare professionals

ISBN or ISSN

2374-8265

Publication Title

MedEdPORTAL

Publication Date / Copyright Date

1-1-2011

DOI Number

10.15766/mep_2374-8265.8280

Abstract

This video chronicles the events of a dental student who overcame an eating disorder. The purposes of this video are to:

  • Develop an appreciation from the perspective of both the patient/student and clinician of the complexity of the psychological issues associated with these disorders.
  • Discuss the impact of eating disorders on system and oral health.
  • Suggest approaches to assist students and patients who may be struggling with early symptoms of the most common eating disorders.
  • Review the intraoral symptoms and signs of these disorders.
  • Discuss strategies for referral.

This work is the true-life story of one of the authors (MAY). Its effectiveness is evident in the emotion this presentation creates in the audience.

Disciplines

Dentistry

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