How does ectodermal dysplasia affect dental treatment planning?

Postpone treatment until age 22
Aggressive oral hygiene instruction is the primary concern
Full-mouth extractions are the first step
Staged prosthodontic treatment with overdentures/implants planned after growth is complete

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Correct answer: D. Staged prosthodontic treatment with overdentures/implants planned after growth is complete

Ectodermal dysplasia: staged treatment starting with overdentures in childhood (supporting facial development), with definitive implants deferred until skeletal growth complete (females ~16-18, males ~18-21). Early prosthetic intervention is critical for development.

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