The Use of Flexible Dentures in the Management of Ectodermal Dysplasia: A Case Report of Two Siblings

Flexible dentures in the management of ectodermal dysplasia: case reports

  • Aderinsola Sophia OMOTUYOLE
  • Akinwasola Akinfolarin AKINGBEHIN
  • Olusola Ezekiel AYEBAMERU
  • Modupe Oluwafunmilayo BOWALE
Keywords: Ectodermal dysplasia, Flexible denture, hereditary disorder, Prosthesis

Abstract

ABSTRACT

 

 

Background

Ectodermal Dysplasia is a rare genetic disorder that is evident by abnormalities in the formation of two or more structures of ectodermal origin. It could affect structures such as the hair, nails, teeth, skin, sweat glands, and sebaceous glands.

The management of patients with Ectodermal dysplasia is complex and requires a multi-disciplinary approach involving both the medical team and specialties in the field of Dentistry. Early intervention is encouraged for aesthetics, function and psychosocial reasons.

Case: This report discusses the case of two siblings (9 and 13 years old) with typical features of ectodermal dysplasia who presented at the paediatric dental clinic, LASUTH, Nigeria

 

 

Author Biographies

Aderinsola Sophia OMOTUYOLE

Department of Child Dental Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Lagos State University College of Medicine, Lagos, Nigeria.

Akinwasola Akinfolarin AKINGBEHIN

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dental Centre, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Olusola Ezekiel AYEBAMERU

Department of Child Dental Health, Dental Centre, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Modupe Oluwafunmilayo BOWALE

Department of Restorative Dentistry, Dental Centre, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.

Published
2025-07-12