title: Body dysmorphic disorder and aesthetic dentistry.
abstract: This paper outlines the features and presentation of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), a psychological syndrome which results in patients seeking treatment for an imagined defect in appearance. The assessment of patients with suspected body dysmorphic disorder is outlined, as well as management strategies.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Clinicians working in the field of aesthetic dentistry should be aware that some patients presenting for treatment may have body dysmorphic disorder. Aesthetic dental treatment for such patients is not beneficial and carries some risks. Advice for clinicians on assessment and management is outlined.
authors.affiliation: King's College London Dental Institute, Denmark Hill Campus, Bessemer Road, London SE5 9RW, UK.
authors.forename: Suzanne E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Scott
authors.forename: J Tim
authors.initials: JT
authors.lastname: Newton
mesh_terms: D057215:Body Dysmorphic Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000523:psychology; D003192:Compulsive Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D003812:Dentist-Patient Relations; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012649:Self Concept