Surgical and prosthodontic treatment alternatives for children and adolescents with ectodermal dysplasia: A clinical report

Imirzalioglu P., UÇKAN İ. S., Haydar S. G.

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, vol.88, no.6, pp.569-572, 2002 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 88 Issue: 6
  • Publication Date: 2002
  • Doi Number: 10.1067/mpr.2002.130146
  • Journal Name: Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.569-572
  • Istanbul Medipol University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Ectodermal dysplasia with oligodontia and anodontia is characterized by absence or deficiency of the alveolar ridges. The optimal surgical and prosthetic approach varies in relation to patient age and the amount of bone that is present. This clinical report presents rehabilitation alternatives for ectodermal dysplasia in children and adolescents. Copyright © 2002 by The Editorial Council of The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.