Lacrimo-auriculo-dento-digital syndrome

Abstract

The Lacrimo-auriculo-dento-digital (LADD) syndrome is an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern with marked variability of inheritance. It is characterized by abnormalities of lacrimal and/or salivary system, anomalies of ears, teeth and limbs. Persistent dry mouth and enamel hypoplasia cause serious dental effects. Here, a case of LADD syndrome, its clinical spectrum and accompanying therapeutic challenges is discussed.

Keywords

• Lacrimo-auriculo-dento-digital syndrome
• salivary gland aplasia
• xerostomia