DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2014.v01i01.006

Pages: 24-27

Abstract: Moebius syndrome is a rare syndrome with congenital non progressive bilateral or unilateral, complete or partial paralysis of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves. Orofacial anomalies and limb malformations may be associated with the disorder. The 3rd, 4th, 5th, 9th, 10th and 12th cranial nerves may also be affected. It is of unknown etiology with sporadic occurrence. This case report illustrates clinical features and dental abnormalities in a rare case of moebius syndrome.