NOTE: This presentation was recorded in February 2022
Overview
This recorded webinar covers the ectodermal
dysplasias, the associated dental manifestations and age appropriate dental
treatment.
Learning Objectives:
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Identify the common co-existing medical signs and symptoms associated with the
ectodermal dysplasia (ED) syndromes.
• Identify the genetic and molecular
pathways involved
• Identify the oral health issues facing an individual
affected by ED at preschool age
• Recognize the variability in dental
manifestations and oral soft tissue alterations associated with ED and its role
in making an accurate diagnosis and developing appropriate treatment approaches.
• Identify different types of procedures directed at reshaping and placing
teeth in relationship to the age and psychosocial development of the child.
•
Recognize the difference between efficacy and effectiveness when applied to
treatment with dental implants.
• Understand the role of dental implants in
treating patients affected by ectodermal dysplasias
• Evaluate and assess the
variable clinical presentations of ED, how they relate to age and psychological
presentation, to provide effective and appropriate care keeping long term
treatment goals in mind.
• Preparation and execution of interdisciplinary
treatment plans for implant supported and retained restorations.
• Understand
the role of patient advocacy groups and the resources provided by the NFED.
•
Understand the role of patient advocacy groups in advocacy
Recognize the
impact of passing the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act
Presenters:
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Becky M. Abbott, MPH, Director, Research and Treatment Advocacy, National
Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias
• Mary Fete, MSN, RN, CCN,
Executive Director, National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias
• J.
Timothy Wright, DDS, MS
• Timothy Fete, MD, MPH
• Clark
Stanford DDS, PhD, MHA
