HPP is a metabolic bone disease that has devastating multi-systemic consequences in pediatrics and adults. The hallmark of HPP is low Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) and one of the presenting symptoms found in many patients is the dental manifestations.
Course Objectives
- Understand the multi-systemic consequences of low ALP in the body.
- Recognize the dental manifestations of HPP in pediatric patients.
- Recognize the dental manifestations of HPP in adult patients.
- Next steps upon suspicion of HPP.