Von Recklinghausens Disease at Dentist Dictionary

What is Von Recklinghausens Disease? Autosomal dominant hereditary condition consisting of multiple neurofibromas of the skin and mucosa and associated caf?u lait spots of the skin with the potential for producing disfigurement and malignant transformation.

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