Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, an unhealthy desire to be thin, and severe food restriction. People with anorexia may also engage in excessive exercise, purging behaviors (such as vomiting or using laxatives), and/or use diet pills or other weight-loss supplements.
Dentists can often tell if someone has anorexia by looking for signs of the condition in the mouth. These signs may include:
