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The therapeutic dental challenge of xeroderma pigmentosum patients: case report.

Authors :
Hanine, Yasmine
Ghoul, Sonia
Cherkaoui, Amine
Source :
Pan African Medical Journal. Jan-Apr2023, Vol. 44, p1-6. 6p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare genetic disease characterized by a hypersensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) radiation leading to defective deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) repair and predisposing to skin tumorigenesis. This paper reports the safe approaches used for the dental treatment of XP patients, controlling the ultraviolet (UV) sources at the dental office. An XP 29-year-old woman was referred for oral pain and sensitivity at the service of periodontology, UV rays were checked with a UV-meter. During the examination, the patient kept her sunglasses while the practitioner was dressed in dark colors using an anti-UV filter over the surgical light. Facial dark brown pigmentations, limited mouth opening, tumor resection scar on the tongue, moderate periodontitis, and dental caries were noticed. Moderate periodontitis and dental caries were diagnosed. Treatment was planned in collaboration with the dermatologist. Soft scaling and root planning were performed in short sessions and selfcuring material was used for coronary fillings after caries removal. In taking care of XP patients, particular attention should be given by dental professionals to: i) the office management for a UVsafe environment; ii) the adoption of suitable dental care and safe biomaterials with short sessions and regular controls; and iii) the adoption of personal protections by patients and practitioners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19378688
Volume :
44
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Pan African Medical Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
167357773
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.11604/pamj.2023.44.159.34950