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Hemifacial Hyperplasia
Loutfi Salti1, Michael Rasse2, Khaled Al-Ouf3
1Department of Restorative and Periodontology, University of Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany.
Contemporary Clinical Dentistry
|August 26, 2017
Summary
Hemifacial hyperplasia is a rare condition causing one-sided facial overgrowth. This case report details a 32-year-old female patient
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Medical Imaging
- Genetics
Background:
- Hemifacial hyperplasia (HH) is a rare congenital condition.
- It presents as unilateral overgrowth of facial structures.
- Etiology is often unclear, with potential genetic and environmental factors.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old female presented with unilateral facial enlargement.
- Symptoms included temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain and limited mouth opening.
- Clinical examination revealed significant asymmetry of facial tissues.
Findings:
- Imaging studies (e.g., CT, MRI) demonstrated hyperplasia of facial bones and soft tissues.
- Dental anomalies were noted in the affected side.
- Differential diagnosis considered conditions mimicking unilateral facial swelling.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of hemifacial hyperplasia is crucial for appropriate management.
- Understanding clinical and imaging findings aids in differentiating HH from other conditions.
- Further research into the etiology of HH may improve treatment strategies.
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