Preservation of Oral Health in Eating Disorders: An Essential Guide for Health Professionals

Preservation of Oral Health in Eating Disorders: An Essential Guide for Health Professionals

Various oral signs and symptoms may develop in patients with patterns of disordered eating. These signs often appear early in the disease process and can progress to cause irreversible structural change and functional impairment. This webinar will review the common associated oral symptoms, their physical presentation, and their clinical relevance. We will also discuss several treatment options and intervention measures that dentists and other healthcare specialists may offer. Finally, the webinar will cover home care instructions for patients with active or relapsing behaviors – the aim being risk/harm reduction. 

Presenter

Brittany Davis, DDS

Brittany Davis, DDS

College of Dental Medicine, Columbia University; Doctoral Candidate, Emory University School of Medicine University, College of Dental Medicine Graduate, New York, NY

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the oral signs and symptoms associated with eating disorders.
  • Compare treatment and intervention options for patients showing oral symptoms.
  • Prepare risk reduction strategies for patients experiencing active or relapsing episodes of disordered eating.

Webinar Details

Audience

Primary care and behavioral health providers serving children, adolescents, and young adults

Learning Level

Introductory

Cost

Free

Duration

1.0 Hours