A Case of Ectodermal Dysplasia: How Can a Dentist Play Role in Treating it?

Ectodermal dysplasia is a group of systemic conditions that are congenital and are all caused by errors of/in ectoderm and the tissues arising of it. It constitutes of large and complex group of diseases characterized by triad of sparse hairs, abnormal or missing teeth and inability to sweat. Out of 170 ectodermal dysplasia described, <30 have been explained at molecular level with identifi cation of the causative gene. Many cases are associated with anomalies in other organs and in few cases it can lead to mental retardation. Here we present a case of 31-years-old male who reported to us with discomfort in his existing denture and chewing problem.