Resident: Roberts
Date: 3/5/10
Article title: Anodontia with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in a young female: a case report
Journal: Pediatric Dentistry
Volume: 22:1 pages: 49 – 52
Year: 2000
Discussion:
Anodontia is a rare condition, especially in females. It has been associated with the most severe forms of Ectodermal dysplasia - most commonly hypohidrotic E.D. Anodontia of the primary dentition can be diagnosed radiographically at birth, and of the permanent dentition by age 4. People with anodontia appear to have a senile facial appearance due to lack of teeth, and underdevelopment of the alveolar ridges. Since 1950 there have been many cases of extreme oligodontia or near anodontia reported, but very few cases of true anodontia (17 total). All cases of anodontia reported were associated with ectodermal dysplasia and occurred predominantly in males. In instances of anodontia of the permanent dentition only, it was found to be reported equally in both sexes. In all cases oral mucosa was normal and alveolar ridges were underdeveloped. Removable dentures are treatment of choice until implant supported prosthesis can be fabricated.
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