Improving oral health in patients with severe eating disorders
Oral Health in Patients With Severe Eating Disorders An Interview, Questionnaire and Intervention Study With a Focus on Quality of Life
This study is testing if dental treatment can improve the quality of life for people with severe eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Karolinska Institutet Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Stockholm) |
| Trial ID | NCT05703789 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research project aims to evaluate whether dental treatment can enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from severe eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or non-specific binge eating disorder. Patients requiring extensive dental work will receive either resin composite restorations or prosthetic therapy, while others will be placed on a waiting list for comparison. The study will assess changes in oral health-related quality of life, orofacial functions, and oral aesthetics over a two-year period. The hypothesis posits that there may be no significant difference in quality of life outcomes between treated and untreated patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or non-specific binge eating disorder for at least 10 years, requiring dental treatment for at least six teeth in one jaw.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve the oral health-related quality of life for patients with severe eating disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting this population, similar studies in dental rehabilitation have shown positive outcomes in improving quality of life for patients with dental issues.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or non-specific binge eating disorder for a minimum of 10 years = definition of a "severe" eating disorder where extensive dental damage can be anticipated to find. * Need of dental treatment of at least six teeth in one jaw, Exclusion Criteria: * Age \<18 years or patients unable to provide informed consent.
Where this trial is running
Stockholm
- Eastman Dental Institute — Stockholm, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ulrica Gidlund, DDS
- Email: ulrica.gidlund@ki.se
- Phone: +46735089213
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.