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Fixed prosthodontic rehabilitation for an adult with ectodermal dysplasia using a completely digital

Authors

Naif Sinada,

Christina I. Wang

Type of Article

Case Report

Case

Adult Patient with Ectodermal Dysplasia

Treatment Plan

Fixed Prosthodontic Treatment

Work Flow

Completely Digital Workflow



Ectodermal Dysplasia: A Quiz for the Curious

What is ectodermal dysplasia?

  • A genetic disorder that affects the development of the skin,

  • A condition that causes the skin to become dry and flaky.

  • A type of cancer that affects the skin.

  • A condition that causes the hair to become thin and sparse.

You can vote for more than one answer.


What are the symptoms of ectodermal dysplasia?

  • Dry skin

  • Thin, sparse hair

  • Missing or abnormal teeth

  • Decreased sweating


What are the causes of ectodermal dysplasia?

  • Mutations in one or more genes

  • Environmental factors

  • A combination of genetic and environmental factors


How is ectodermal dysplasia diagnosed?

  • A physical examination

  • Blood tests

  • Genetic testing


How is ectodermal dysplasia treated?

  • There is no cure for ectodermal dysplasia.

  • Treatment is focused on managing the symptoms.

  • Treatment may include medications, surgery, and supportive c



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