The medial approach to the fibula: a feasible alternative.

Purpose: Since the first harvesting of a microsurgical fibula in 1974 by Ueba and in 1975 by Taylor, using the fibula for osseous reconstruction has proven to be a valuable approach. The harvesting technique, which has been refined by subsequent investigators, has become increasingly standardized, today providing a clear, reproducible method. The procedure involves elevating the fibular graft from lateral, choosing the shortest route to reach the fibula.

Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency with inadvertent caries in infants.

Background: Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (LCHADD) is a rare systemic disease that is associated with early tooth decay.

Case Report: This report describes the case of a 3-year-old boy suffering from LCHADD. At the time of referral, extensive carious lesions of the subject's maxillary dentition necessitated the surgical removal of eight teeth.