Conditions

Elhers Danlos

Elhers Danlos is a group of genetic connective tissue disorders characterized by faulty collagen production. It affects the skin, joints, blood vessels, and other organs, leading to hypermobility, joint instability, fragile skin, and easy bruising. Individuals with EDS may experience chronic pain, joint dislocations, skin problems, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular complications, and fatigue. The severity and specific symptoms can vary widely among different types of EDS.

Ehlers Danlos

Before

After

Bilateral Total Joint Replacement (TJR).

The patient is classified as Class III – a severe malocclusion and underbite – and suffers from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) along with hypersubluxation (excessive or abnormal joint movement or instability). To address joint mobility, she underwent two rounds of autologous blood injection, aiming to scarify the joint before she came to see Dr. Movahed. Those procedures were unsuccessful.

Ehlers Danlos

Before

After

LeFort I Segmental Osteotomy. Bilateral Total Joint Replacement (TJR). Genioplasty.

She sought help from Dr. Movahed for her facial asymmetry and joint resorption. After her first surgery her maxilla was mobile so she required another surgery to stabilize her upper jaw.