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Shaikha Ali Mohammed Salmeen Alnaqbi

Harmony Medical Group, United Arab Emirates

Presentation Title:

Papillon-lefevre syndrome : A rare case report

Abstract

Papillon-Lefevre syndrome (PLS) is an autosomal recessive disorder that begins in early childhood and is extremely rare. It is characterized by aggressive periodontal disease, palmar plantar hyperkeratosis, a tendency for dry and chapped skin, and thin sparse hair. Patients may exhibit early tooth loss between the ages of 2 and 4, followed by premature loss of permanent teeth during adolescence. The etiopathogenic factors that are associated with PLS includes genetic, immunological, and microbial factors. A 4-year-old boy presented with a chief complaint of multiple losses of teeth and an unsatisfactory aesthetic appearance. His gingiva appeared edematous, bright red, and bled readily upon probing, and the teeth were mobile. Hyperkeratosis was observed on both the palms and soles. These findings are consistent with Papillon-Lefèvre syndrome. Early detection and diagnosis of Papillon-Lefevre syndrome play important roles in improving the physical and mental well-being of the patients

Biography

Shaikha Ali Mohammed Salmeen Alnaqbi is an accomplished Emirati dentist with extensive experience dedicated to pediatric dental care in the UAE. She graduated from the University of Sharjah in 2019 and completed a rigorous 3-year Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program under the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi in 2024. In 2025 , she achieved certification from the Emirati Board in  pediatric dentistry .In 2020, She earned a Diploma in Genetic and Molecular Diagnosis from the American Canadian Board for Professional Training. Two years later, she was awarded Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry (MFD) by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. She has published articles and she is a peer-reviewer for BMJ Case Reports