Bulimia Nervosa is a common eating disorder resulting in acid erosion of the teeth. A Prosthodontist is the Specialist required to restore a Severely Worn Dentition. Reconstuction of small eroded teeth requires great skill and normally the dentist only gets one chance at getting it right.

TOOTH SURFACE LOSS

Tooth surface loss is so gradual that the patient does not usually become aware of the problem until it is too far advanced to treat without extensive reconstructive dentistry. In many cases the tooth surface loss may occur on the inside surface and the teeth may not be restorable. The cause may be erosion from acid reflux, bulimia, chemicals, attrition or abrasion ...

Bulimia Nervosa is the chief casue of tooth surface loss. Acid erosion of teeth can result from gastro-oesophageal reflux disorder and excessive consumption of carbonated soft drinks. Advanced Prosthodontic Treament is required to restore the severely eroded teeth and the worn dentition. Bulimia is the chief cause of tooth surface loss

ACID EROSION OF TEETH 

One of the most damaging side effects of Anorexia Nervosa is Bulimia. This self-induced vomiting to purge the stomach, causes acid erosion of the inside surfaces of the teeth. The teeth become thin and start to fracture. Preparation of these teeth is very difficult requiring great skill. Provided that ..... 

RESTORATION OF THE WORN DENTITION

BRUXING GRINDING CLENCHING TEETH

Bruxing is the term used to describe occlusal parafunction or the non-purposeful grinding and clenching of teeth against each other. This habit can inflict great damage to the teeth accelerating the wear, causing fracture and damage to the temporomandibular joints. Bruxing is usually associated with stress and anxiety ....