Dental erosion is most likely to be seen in a patient with

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Bulimia nervosa is a disorder that involves recurrent episodes of binge-eating followed by purging behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or laxative use. The consistent exposure of the teeth to the acidic gastric contents during these episodes of purging can lead to dental erosion. Although anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders can also involve purging behaviors, bulimia nervosa is the most strongly associated with dental erosion.

Dental Erosion Is Most Likely to Be Seen in a Patient