[Natal and neonatal teeth: Update on current knowledge and treatments].

Being born with a tooth is indeed possible! Teeth may be present at birth (natal tooth) or they may appear within the 1st month of life (neonatal tooth). In their shape and composition, they look like physiological primary teeth. Of still unknown etiology, natal and neonatal teeth remain an uncommon phenomenon.

[Necrosis of maxilla secondary to purpura fulminans. A case report].

Purpura fulminans in infants is a rare, life-threatening condition mostly due to Neisseria meningitides. The condition is often fatal unless there is early recognition of the clinical symptoms, prompt diagnosis, and judicious replacement therapy. We observed a case of maxilla necrosis in a 5-month-old infant due to purpura fulminans.