The dentist’s role in diagnosing craniofacial dysostosis

Introduction: The Crouzon syndrome is a rare clinical condition that affects the craniofacial skeleton development. It accounts for about 4.8% of all the cases of craniosynostosis, and it is the most common syndrome presenting with craniosynostoses. The Crouzon syndrome’s early diagnosis is critical to avoid cranial hypertension as well as visual disturbances and blindness. Children who have Crouzon syndrome have a range of problems of variable severity, from mild facial defects causing a primarily cosmetic concern, to severe symptoms affecting breathing, feeding, vision and brain development. The dental profession should have sufficient knowledge of syndromes associated with dysmorphic facies to detect patients who are unaware of their condition. Case Report: A 23­year­old female patient presented to the clinic with multiple dental problems affecting masticatory efficiency and esthetics. On observation, it was seen that she had many facial and dental deformities which were suggestive of craniofacial dysostosis. The case was diagnosed as Crouzon syndrome. Conclusion: This case report emphasizes the role of a dentist in diagnosing such conditions and coordinating a multi­disciplinary team for corrective measures.