Gorlin syndrome. A case report.

ABSTRACT

Gorlin's syndrome is a genetic disorder of autosomal dominant inheritance with high penetrance and variable expression. It embraces a constellation of many organs principally affects the skin, skeleton, and endocrine and nervous system. A rare case is reported to illustrate the features of Gorlin's syndrome without the features of basal cell carcinoma and to emphasize the need for early recognition and careful follow up by the dentist prevent severe sequelae.