The main objective of this research project is to explore the capability of a standardized, evidence-based study tool (the OHEDs Checklist) in the early identification of oro-dental manifestations potentially indicative of an eating disorder.
The secondary objective is to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of the OHEDs Checklist in comparison with validated screening instruments for eating disorders, namely the ESP, SCOFF and DEQ questionnaires.
Eligibility
Sex
ALL
Min age
18 Years
Max age
40 Years
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 18 and 40 years
* Presence of at least 20 permanent teeth (third molars excluded)
* Both males and females are eligible
* Ability to provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
* Use of systemic antibiotics within the previous month
* Active orthodontic treatment
* Presence of systemic diseases that may affect oral conditions, including: diabetes, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Sjögren's syndrome, HIV infection, hematologic diseases, neoplasms
* Mental disorders or neuromotor deficits that may interfere with the oro-dental clinical signs evaluated by the OHEDs Checklist
* Use of xerogenic medications or drugs that may alter salivary flow or oral/perioral mucosal conditions, including: antihypertensives, beta-blockers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antiparkinson medications, anxiolytics, antidepressants, neuroleptics
Primary outcome measure(s)
Prevalence of participants classified as "at risk" according to the OHEDs Checklist — Baseline (single assessment during routine dental visit) Proportion of participants who receive a score indicating possible risk for eating disorders on the OHEDs Checklist during the single study visit. This outcome shows how many individuals in the sample are classified as "at risk" based on their Checklist score.
Trial sites (1)
Facility
City
Region
Status
Clinica Odontoiatrica - Reparto di Igiene Dentale, Università di Bologna
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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