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Dentistry
Licenses
United States: New Jersey
Doctor Q&A
820 Answers
1.5K Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with DDS: Discuss all treatment with your dentist. Do you also have TMJ involvement? Bruxism can be treated by various methods, speak with your dentist to find ... Read More
2.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 55-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See MD: See your MD for a definitive diagnosis. Possible referral to a specialist may be needed.
296 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: What is your oral hygiene regimen?
Do you brush at a 45 degree angle and use dental floss correctly? Use a tongue scraper to remove any bacteria on y... Read More
2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Need more specifics.: Need more specifics. Is this your dental or medical insurance? Was an accident involved? Dental insurance relies on radiographs for denture approval... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Internal/external bl: If you are unhappy with the shade of the rest of your teeth, I would speak to the dentist about a combination internal bleach for the tooth in questio... Read More
1.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: Patients usually have a harder time accessing posterior teeth due to proximity. If you have any concerns, see your dentist for a complete evaluation.
2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with dentist: This may be treated better in the OR. Check with the pedodontist prior to the inception of any treatment to make sure the modality of treatment is up ... Read More
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with dentist: See your dentist ASAP. What is the reason for the tooth becoming loose, periodontal disease or trauma? The dentist will evaluate your particular situa... Read More
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Evaluate by dentist: Have the tooth evaluated by your dentist. There are many variables for pain, including sinus involvement, especially this time of year. Many patient... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See below: Dependent on what it is needed for. Speak to your dentist or periodontist for best results.
680 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See your dentist: Have your dentist clinically examine and area and take radiographs of the four wisdom teeth to ascertain a diagnosis. The tooth or teeth may be partia... Read More
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
SEE DDS ASAP: Go see your dentist ASAP. An abscess needs to be treated immediately. If the external portion of your face is already distorted, an infection is evide... Read More
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 61-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
CT scan: If you feel more comfortable, have an an oral surgeon or periodontist place the implant and have your general dentist restore. There is always an inh... Read More
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Comp/seal: If viable, I would recommend comp/seal if the lesion is small enough. Speak with your dentist about all concerns prior to the procedure. Sealing the... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: Have your DDS evaluate and refer if needed. When was the last time you had an oral cancer screening done by the dentist? The most likely etiology is t... Read More
2.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See dentist first: Suggest you see a dentist ASAP. At age 19, third molar eruption or impaction is always a possibility. You state that the state of your dentition is p... Read More
3.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Need evaluation: Have the dentist evaluate the tooth. Sometimes the overgrown gingiva can be removed with a laser or a periodontal procedure called crown lengthening ... Read More
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 61-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Contact dental schoo: Call a dental school. Was your condition self-diagnosed? Did an oral surgeon verify that TMJ issues exist? Were open and closed radiographs taken o... Read More
3.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See dentist: See your dentist, this may be a buildup of calculus, that needs to be removed by your dentist or hygienist. See your dentist for a definitive diagnosi... Read More
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See oral surgeon: Was the tooth that was removed an upper tooth? The roots of upper teeth may have close approximation with the sinus. Have an oral surgeon evaluate t... Read More
3.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Contact your dentist: Where is the tooth in question? See your dentist ASAP for a complete examination including x-rays. Was there a history of trauma? If trauma was invo... Read More
3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Check with dentist: If a primary tooth is lost earlier than anticipated, the permanent tooth usually comes in earlier. Check with your dentist to make sure all is ok.
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
The dentist: The dental assistant is an adjunct to the dental team. Assisting the dentist in all realms of patient care in the room. If you have any concerns, sp... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Treatment plan: See your dentist for a complete evaluation and full mouth series of radiographs. If you are deemed to have periodontal disease, you will be treated ap... Read More
2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 57-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Seek second opinion: Did the dentist state that you have a dry socket, and were you treated for that? Smoking is not advised, it delays healing. See your dentist or go f... Read More
3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 16-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Ortho consult: Seek the help of an orthodontist. The orthodontist will do a complete work-up including a cephlometric radiograph in addition to a panorex to ascerta... Read More
2.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See dentist: There are many variables. When was the last time the dental did a through clinical examination inclusive of x-rays? See the dentist and have the area ... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Follow DDS advise: Probably not. It is advisable to follow your dentist's advise. You should temporize your tooth ASAP to avoid additional complications, such as fractur... Read More
2.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Seek second opinion: Get a second opinion. Palate expanders are used rather than removal of teeth, especially premolars. If the jaw is protruded, an oral surgeon may nee... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with dentist: All instruments are either autoclavable or disposable. Spore tests are done in the office on a daily basis to check the autoclave. All instruments whi... Read More
2.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 20-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See your dentist: Go to your dentist and have the dentist perform a clinical and radiographic examination. It is rare to be getting a new tooth at age 20, unless you a... Read More
3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 29-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: Go to the dentist for a complete evaluation. Without a history, this is very difficult to ascertain. Was there a history of trauma or rapid orthodonti... Read More
2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Seek dental care: See your dentist immediately. Depending upon the area, submandibular swelling may be possible in a severe infection. Your dentist will address this by... Read More
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Contact DDS: Did you go to the dentist for treatment or just take an antibiotic? Need to see the dentist ASAP for definitive treatment in order to alleviate your p... Read More
2.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Dentemp: If possible, go to the drug store and get Dentemp. You are already having the root canal retreated, you do not need the tooth fractured in addition.
1.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 61-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: Discuss with your general dentist for a definitive treatment plan, two canines or one? Probably, an implant supported prosthesis would be an option, g... Read More
903 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Discuss with DDS: The dentist usually checks the occlusion with articulating paper, so the bite will not be in hyper or hypo-occlusion. If you feel that the bite is off... Read More
1.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
No: Get the restorative work completed prior to the ortho. Also make sure that you come for frequent hygiene visits as dictated by your dentist to ensure ... Read More
1.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Treat caries: I assume that you meant that after scaling and root planing an area of caries covered by calculus is now visible. Have the dentist treat this area ASA... Read More
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Enamelon: Try Enamelon which is a brand new product dispensed by dentists only.
1.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Contact DDS or MD: Did you go to the dentist or primary care MD for an evaluation?. From the dental point of view, may be TMJ related, but need to be seen to be properly... Read More
1.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Salt water rinse: Rinse with warm salt water and remember to brush at a 45 degree angle to clean the interface between the tooth and the gums. Time will heal.
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See MD first: First make an appointment with your primary care physician to rule out any medical issues. Check with the dentist to see if a fluoride supplement is ... Read More
3.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See DDS: See the dentist and have a complete evaluation and radiographs to rule out any underlying periodontal disease. Follow the hygienist's recommendation f... Read More
2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with dentist: Speak with your dentist prior to the procedure. The dentist may be able to prescribe medication to alleviate your fears and make this a seamless expe... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 34-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with provider: This is a variable depending on your insurance and what is being performed. There are simple and complex extractions. There are extractions performed ... Read More
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 29-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Speak with DDS: Need to physically see to comment. Have dentist evaluate and discuss pros and cons to treatment. Many times composite bonding will not hold up long te... Read More
1.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Evaluation needed: Have your dentist do an oral cancer screen. If the dentist feels that further treatment is warranted, you may be referred for evaluation of the area. ... Read More
2.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
No: No. Have a panorex performed if you are in doubt.
1.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 19-year-old male asked:
Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
See your dentist: See your dentist immediately. Any source of trauma can lead to further dental issues, inclusive of tooth loss. If needed, the dentist may need to spl... Read More
2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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Apr 6, 2016
Very knowledgeable dentist. Always gives to the point, comprehensive advice and answers.
Mar 23, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
Oct 24, 2015
Insightful responses that addresses patients concerns clearly. Great doc!
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This was very helpful. Thanks! With no referral I just went on my own to an endodontist. He will try a retreatment. If not workable, then an apicoectonomy or extraction. Just hope that socket walls do...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! 1 Florida general dentist who placed crown says it is ok; perio. dds says to pull; 3rd perio dds just shrugged his shoulders grumbled to say nothing! This is not like in...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Ok.; Pinhole protocol does not result in suturing gums to tooth root. So not even fragile gingival attachment is had. Was super interesting. Also, LANAP did not work on ...Read More
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
NYU
Graduated 1983MD
Awards
Top Dentist, First Place, New Jersey - Fall
2014
Most Influential, Third Place, Newark Region - Spring
2015
Thought Leader, Third Place, New Jersey - Spring
2015
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