Blog Category

Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

Articles and insights about oral maxillofacial surgery from Rosenthal Family Dentistry.

April 6, 2026

Root Canal vs. Extraction: Which Preserves Your Smile Longer?

A while back, a friend of mine called me right after leaving the dentist. You could hear the stress in his voice. He had a bad tooth, and now he had to choose. Save it with a root canal or pull it out. He paused for a second and said, “I just want to do […]

October 20, 2025

Wisdom Teeth Removal: When Is the Right Time?

If you’ve ever heard a teenager or young adult mutter, “Ugh, my wisdom teeth are coming in,” you probably know the mix of dread and curiosity that comes with it. Wisdom teeth are funny things—they show up late to the party, usually around 17 to 25 years old, when most of us are just figuring [&helli

September 15, 2025

When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary? Common Reasons Explained

Nobody would like to lose a tooth, and at times it cannot be avoided. Knowing the motivation behind extractions will enable you to make the decision without regret. Dentists do not extract teeth out of the blue, but to safeguard your general health. Severe Tooth Decay The most typical use of extract

December 30, 2021

How Long is Wisdom Teeth Recovery?

Wisdom teeth are the back molars in our mouths and tend to erupt between the ages of 17 and 21. Most people do not have enough room in their jaw for wisdom teeth to properly erupt. Wisdom teeth can be impacted, or cause issues once they erupt such as overcrowding or infection. If you require [&helli

October 15, 2021

Why am I Vomiting after a Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Removing impacted wisdom teeth is a little more involved compared to a simple tooth extraction for an erupted tooth. Taking care of yourself after surgery is very important. Our team at Rosenthal Family Dentistry will discuss how to care for your mouth at home after your wisdom tooth removal, and gi

February 20, 2020

Do You Need Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery?

Wisdom teeth extraction and dental implants are two of the most common Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery procedures. Learn more about these surgeries and why they are important.