Phantom bite syndrome
Abstract
Despite repeated treatment failures, some individuals seek bite correction from a succession of dentists. Their pathological narcissism focuses on their bite, in a manner reminiscent of phantom limb phenomena. The dentist's diagnosis and treatment are manipulated until the patient claims them a failure and consults another dentist. The author suggests that this behavior represents a defense against paranoia and severe personality disorders.
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