Orthodontic treatment in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

Abstract

The literature is briefly reviewed and the presentation and orthodontic treatment of a patient with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is described. Surprisingly, in view of the nature of this collagen disorder, tooth movement appeared to progress normally; there was, however, a problem of mucosal ulceration which was alleviated through regular use of chlorhexidine mouthwash.