Dubowitz syndrome is a rare genetic condition characterized by microcephaly, dysmorphic facial features and delayed general growth. It is transmitted through autosomal recessive inheritance. The purpose of this report is to describe the oral, craniofacial and systemic characteristics of a 7-year 11-month-old boy with Dubowitz syndrome and the dental management provided. The pediatric dentist should possess the ability to recognize this rare alteration, to provide dental treatment and to refer for the necessary medical and multidisciplinary treatment.

HIV infection is a major global health problem affecting developing and developed countries alike. HIV infection is associated with multiple oral lesions, some of which are of value in diagnosing the disease. The aim of this report is to describe the clinical manifestations and their multidisciplinary management, in a 6- year-old girl with AIDS. The findings of this case report indicate that, it is essential to be familiar with the early oral manifestations of AIDS in order to understand the patient's dental health needs, apply preventive methods, control caries, and understand the value of oral lesions as diagnostic markers of disease progression in children with HIV infection. A multidisciplinary management is fundamental.