Dental Insurance Plus – Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders Can Affect Your Oral Health.
Eating disorders will impact your overall general health but can also damage your oral health. Eating disorders such as anorexia and Bulimia can rob your body of needed vitamins and minerals. Gums can lose their healthy pink color, become increasingly soft and tender, and bleed easily. With Bulimia, excessive vomiting can cause tooth discoloration and tooth enamel erosion. People who have eating disorders may also experience swollen salivary glands, dry mouth, and sensitive teeth. People with eating disorders should inform their dentist so that additional dental care can be provided.
