X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia management with removable prosthesis in a pediatric patient. Case Report.
Introduction: Ectodermal dysplasia is a rare genetic disorder that affects structures derived from ectoderm such as teeth, hair, nails, and sweat glands. Oligodontia is a common finding that affects the chewing, smiling and self- esteem of these pediatric patients. Case Report: We present a case re...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Universidad de Concepción.
2022-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of Oral Research |
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| Online Access: | https://joralres.com/index.php/JOralRes/article/view/joralres.2022.055/1077 |
| Summary: | Introduction: Ectodermal dysplasia is a rare genetic disorder that affects structures derived from ectoderm such as teeth, hair, nails, and sweat glands. Oligodontia is a common finding that affects the chewing, smiling and self- esteem of these pediatric patients.
Case Report: We present a case report of a 7-years-old pediatric patient who consulted with his mother, showing the same condition. The intervention consisted of a removable prosthesis with satisfactory results.
Conclusion: The X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia represents a challenge for a pediatric dentist who offers rehabilitation to the patient according to craniofacial development, age, socioeconomic status, and the number of missing teeth. |
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| ISSN: | 0719-2460 0719-2479 |