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Can dentists tell if you have bulimia by looking at your teeth?
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Possibly: Erosion to the enamel of teeth (from acidic vomit) and abrasions to the knuckles of the fingers (from inducng emesis) can be a tip off for bulimia. The more frequent the induction of emesis (and the longer the duration) the more apparent it may be.
Answered 2/12/2013
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In many cases: Longstanding bulimia often causes the back surfaces of the front teeth to erode away and is in many cases clearly visible to the dentist.
Answered 1/25/2014
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