title: Oral, radiographical, and clinical findings in Weaver syndrome: a case report.
abstract: Weaver syndrome is a rare condition characterized by accelerated growth, advanced osseous maturation, and distinct craniofacial features that can occur in both males and females. Etiology is unknown and no definitive oral characteristics have been established. The objective of this case report is to describe the oral and radiographic findings of a 14-year-old male with Weaver syndrome. A comprehensive dental examination was performed under general anesthesia. The clinical findings were: severe generalized heavy plaque with subgingival calculus, gingival edema, malocclusion and maxillary atresia, mild micrognathia of the mandible, enlarged tongue, and bifid uvula. Clinical and radiographic caries were not found. Out of over 40 possible cases of Weaver syndrome previously reported in the literature, only two were related to the oral cavity. Bifida uvula was not mentioned until now as clinical findings associated with the syndrome. Autism, macroglossia, and cleft palate were seldom mentioned. The oral manifestations in Weaver syndrome are not yet well known. Future studies will be required to improve the subject matter.
authors.affiliation: Pediatric Dentist Fellow, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.
authors.forename: Karina
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Miller
authors.affiliation: Pediatric Dentist Fellow, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.
authors.forename: Halima
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Abukabbos
authors.affiliation: Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.
authors.forename: Leda
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Mugayar
keywords: dental anomalies; intellectual and developmental disabilities; oral motor function