Dental aspects of Crouzon syndrome: a case report
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Crouzon Syndrome, Craniosynostosis, FGFR2Abstract
Crouzon syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the premature fusion of certain sutures of the cranial vault, base, orbital, and maxillary region, leading to craniofacial dysmorphology. The severity of craniosynostosis varies among individuals. The clinical presentation of this congenital deformity depends on the pattern and timing of sutural fusion. Crouzon syndrome is caused by a mutation in genes that control bone development, particularly the fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 (FGFR2) gene. This report highlights the varied clinical presentation of a 13-year-old patient with Crouzon Syndrome, featuring the craniofacial manifestations, associated dental characteristics, and the benefit of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach focusing on management of the condition in the dental context.
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