Dental Management in a 7-Year-Old Child with Ichthyosis Vulgaris: A Rare Case Report

    M Divya Banu, Krishna Priya Vellore, Santhosh Challa, S Niharika
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    TLDR Dentists should start preventive treatments early for children with Ichthyosis Vulgaris to avoid dental problems.
    This document reports on the dental management of a 7-year-old female patient with Ichthyosis Vulgaris, a rare skin condition characterized by the buildup of fish-like scales. The case highlights the importance of dentists taking precautions when treating patients with this condition due to potential oral and dental manifestations. It suggests that preventive therapies should be initiated early to limit dental issues that may be acquired as a result of the disorder. The document emphasizes the lack of evidence regarding oral and dental symptoms in patients with Ichthyosis Vulgaris and contributes to the understanding of how to manage such cases in dental practice.
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