Tooth wear as a result of pica

doi:doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.4812651

British Dental Journal 199, 271 - 273 (2005)
Published online: 10 September 2005 | doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.4812651

Verifiable CPD Paper:
Tooth wear as a result of pica

D Barker¹

This case highlights the eating disorder pica.
Pica may affect the oral tissues and should be considered as a rare cause of tooth wear.
Treatment of the case emphasises the need for careful planning and close liaison with the laboratory.
The case was managed by combined fixed and removable prostheses.

This paper reports a case of tooth surface loss as a result of the eating disorder pica. Background to the condition is discussed and the clinical findings and treatment of the patient outlined. The case illustrates a rare cause of wear which should be considered when patients present with an unusual pattern of tooth surface loss.

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