title: Restorative and periodontal challenges in adults with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
abstract: Oral manifestations of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) include blistering of the oral mucosa, scarring, limited mouth opening, decreased mobility of the tongue, restrictions in oral functions and a high incidence of caries. Adult oral health management is challenging and requires unique strategies, which have not been well described in the published literature. We present a case of DEB focusing on the obstacles encountered during restorative and periodontal care and recommendations for appropriate treatment.
authors.forename: Divya
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Puliyel
authors.forename: Ching Hsiu Ketty
authors.initials: CH
authors.lastname: Chiu
authors.forename: Mina
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Habibian
mesh_terms: D017742:Dental Care for Chronically Ill; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D016108:Epidermolysis Bullosa Dystrophica / Q000150:complications*; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D019226:Oral Ulcer / Q000175:diagnosis; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D016300:Radiography, Bitewing; D018570:Risk Assessment; D014060:Tongue Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D055815:Young Adult