Ectodermal dysplasia- a case report with literature review

Ectodermal dysplasia (ED) is a hereditary disorder involving two or more ectodermal structures which include the skin, hair, nails, teeth, and sweat glands. They are caused by the mutations of several genes. The two most common forms of the disease are hypohidrotic/ anhidrotic ED and hidrotic ED. We present a case of a 12‑year‑old boy with hypohidrotic ED. The oral rehabilitation of such cases is often difficult; particularly in pediatric patients. A multidisciplinary approach by a team consisting of physicians from several clinical modalities is required to provide comprehensive medical care to children suffering from ED.