Prosthetic rehabilitation of a 7 year old child with Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Dental Advancements - Year 2009, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia is an uncommon disorder of tissues derived from ectoderm, characterized by the triad of hypohidrosis and hypodontia, which form the essential features of the syndrome 1. A case of a 7 year old child with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia with oligodontia and marked resorption of alveolar ridges is presented. Prosthetic rehabilitation with removable acrylic prosthesis done on achieving excellent esthetics, functionality and adaptation.
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Rani TS, Reddy RE, Manjula M, Sreelakshmi N
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