Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome: case report.

A patient with Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome is presented with the characteristic clinical features including small and short stature, severe mental retardation, and small maxilla with a dental malocclusion. Treatment for this patient was accomplished utilizing a general anesthetic. These special patients who lack the ability to accept dental treatment in the normal situation require extensive and comprehensive dental treatment compared with nonhandicapped patients.