Dentists on the front line: new checklist aims to catch eating disorders early
NCT ID NCT07295197
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a simple dental checklist can help identify people who might have an eating disorder. Researchers will check the mouths of 461 adults aged 18 to 40 for signs like tooth erosion or other oral issues. They will then compare the checklist results with standard eating disorder questionnaires to see how accurate it is.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simple, non-invasive way for dentists to help identify eating disorders early, leading to faster referrals and treatment.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The checklist may not be accurate enough to replace standard screening tools, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Clinica Odontoiatrica - Reparto di Igiene Dentale, Università di Bologna
RECRUITINGBologna, 40125, Italy
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