Weston was diagnosed with Ectodermal Dysplasia, which caused malformed and delayed growth of teeth. At only three years of age, Dr. Whitney Deitz was able to give this sweet boy a smile he could be proud of. 💙 #AspenDental #precious #smile #smilehero #guinnessworldrecords #hypohidroticectodermaldysplasia #happystory #patientstory #patientfirst #dentures #dentistry #InYourCorner | Aspen Dental

Ever heard of Ectodermal dysplasia? Watch this video. Might I add that I love the way this woman turned her pain to passion, raising smart and confident children in the process. Dear world people, let’s learn to be kind to persons living with disabilities or health conditions. Seek to educate yourself where it is lacking. Google is your friend. Teach your children to be kind too. Our world needs less bullies. *************************************** #Repost with @fastsave_photo_video credit: @bbc

A) Anhidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (AED) or could be B ) X-linked Ichthyosis This condition, as discussed with my dermatology colleagues, is most likely the diagnosis or differential diagnosis . Here’s what you need to know: We are made of ectoderm, mesoderm, and endodermal cells, and AED is a genetic disease affecting sweat glands, skin, hair, and teeth—all derived from the ectoderm. Key Challenges for Patients: 1. Overheating: • The lack of functioning sweat glands makes it difficult to regula