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Floating-Harbor syndrome: case report and craniofacial phenotype characterization
M S De Benedetto1, F M Mendes, S Hirata
1Dental School, University of São Paulo, Brazil. niquesdb@hotmail.com
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
|May 14, 2004
Summary
Floating-Harbor syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. This case report details its oral manifestations, including dental development and temporomandibular joint findings, to aid future diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
- Dentistry
Background:
- Floating-Harbor syndrome (FHS) is a rare genetic disorder first described in 1973.
- The etiology of FHS remains largely unknown.
- Key characteristics include short stature, speech delay, and distinctive facial features.
Observation:
- This article presents a case study of FHS.
- The focus is on the oral manifestations of the syndrome.
- Oral aspects examined include soft tissues, dentition, occlusion, dental development, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) status.
Findings:
- Detailed descriptions of the oral soft tissues, teeth, and occlusion are provided.
- The stage of dental development was assessed.
- Examination of the temporomandibular joint revealed specific findings.
Implications:
- The case report documents the treatment provided and its outcomes.
- Comparing this case with future FHS patient findings may help clarify the syndrome's phenotype.
- This contributes to a better understanding of rare genetic disorders and their clinical presentations.