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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
Published on: August 22, 2022
Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome; oro-dental manifestations and management
T Roberts1, L X G Stephen, K Fieggen
1Faculty of Dentistry, University of the Western Cape, Mitchell's Plain, Cape Town Special Dental Genetic Clinic, Red Cross Memorial Children's Hospital, Cape Town.
Abstract:
The major manifestations of the Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome are developmental delay, short stature, mental impairment and epilepsy. Clefts of the lip and palate are sometimes present. Dental problems which are overshadowed by the major syndromic manifestations warrant appropriate management. We have documented an affected South African boy, discussed his dental management and reviewed the oro-dental implications of the disorder.
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