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Cherubism: presentation of a case
1Department of Orthodontics, College of Dental Surgery, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
The Angle Orthodontist
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Cherubism is a rare genetic disorder causing jaw bone enlargement. This condition leads to characteristic facial changes, including a rounded lower face and upward-slanted eyes.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Genetics
- Pathology
Background:
- Cherubism is a rare, autosomal dominant genetic disorder.
- It is characterized by bilateral, symmetrical enlargement of the jawbones.
- This condition is a type of fibro-osseous lesion.
Observation:
- The case presents a patient diagnosed with cherubism.
- Bilateral mandibular enlargement was observed, leading to a full, rounded lower facial appearance.
- Characteristic facial features included stretched cheek skin, downward-pulled lower eyelids, and apparent upward-gazing eyes.
Findings:
- The patient received a diagnosis of cherubism.
- No treatment was administered to the patient in this report.
Implications:
- Understanding cherubism's presentation is crucial for early diagnosis.
- Further research into treatment options for cherubism is warranted.
- This case highlights the importance of clinical observation in identifying rare genetic diseases.