Article
Genetic studies of syndromes with severe periodontitis and palmoplantar hyperkeratosis.
Journal of periodontal research - 1 Jan 1997
Hart T C, Stabholz A, Meyle J, Shapira L, Van Dyke T E, Cutler C W, Soskolne W A
Abstract excerpt
The Papillon-Lefèvre and Haim Munk syndromes are characterized by the presence of both palmoplantar hyperkeratosis (PPK) and severe early onset periodontitis. It is the early onset periodontal disease component that distinguishes these from other more common forms of PPK. It has been proposed that the periodontal disease component may be a casual association in individuals with PPK. Genetic syndromes with...
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