Jane is making her annual visit to the dentist. As the dentist checks her mouth, he notices some changes that concern him. Based on his observations he suspects Jane may suffer from bulimia nervosa. What did the dentist see during the examination that led him to suspect this diagnosis?

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Loss of enamel on the teeth is a common symptom of bulimia nervosa, as frequent vomiting can erode the protective enamel layer of the teeth. Gaps between teeth, teeth growing at awkward angles, and open sores at the base of the teeth may be indicators of other dental problems, but they are not necessarily specific to bulimia nervosa.

Jane Is Making Her Annual Visit to the Dentist