Dr. Frederick C. Rutherford, DDS

Oral surgery isn’t the kind of thing you plan for, but when it’s necessary, the right specialist makes all the difference. Dr. Frederick C. Rutherford, DDS handles procedures that general dentists typically don’t—wisdom tooth extractions, dental implants, bone grafting, and corrective jaw work. The practice also manages more complex cases like facial trauma reconstruction and oral pathology evaluations, which can be especially reassuring in a neighborhood where industrial zones and residential streets collide.

You’ll find the office at 11635 South St in Artesia, a stretch of road where strip malls and small medical plazas coexist with auto shops and family-run eateries. The area has a no-nonsense practicality, which seems fitting for a specialty that deals in precision rather than aesthetics. Those needing an appointment can reach the front desk at (562) 924-4401, though it’s wise to call ahead—these procedures often require pre-authorization and a referral, depending on insurance.

For anyone unfamiliar with the layout of Artesia’s commercial corridors, the map will be more useful than a description of turns. Directions can be pulled up here. The building itself is unassuming, blending into the low-slung architecture that defines much of the city’s older retail blocks.