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Dr. Ravi Rajanna, DMD
Orthodontist
Dr. Ravi Rajanna practices Orthodontics in Arnold, MO. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment includes metal wires that are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into desired positions. Being advanced in the field, Dr. Rajanna may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Rajanna must recognize various characteristics of a malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.
Dr. Ravi Rajanna, DMD
- Arnold, MO
- University of Missouri
- Accepting new patients
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Can bonded teeth be whitened?
Only the exposed natural tooth structure of a tooth can be whitened. Bonding materials can pick up surface staining which can be removed via polishing but the original color of READ MORE
Only the exposed natural tooth structure of a tooth can be whitened. Bonding materials can pick up surface staining which can be removed via polishing but the original color of the bonding cannot be whitened. For this reason, most dentists recommend whitening the teeth prior to cosmetic bonding, so that the color chosen will be the whitest shade of your natural teeth.
Ravi Jay Rajanna, DMD, MSD
Ravi Jay Rajanna, DMD, MSD
Can you drink coffee after dental bonding?
Sure you can. Bonding can take about 24 hours to reach full strength, but as long as you're not numb, it will be safe to drink anything (hot or cold) and won't pick up extra stains. READ MORE
Sure you can. Bonding can take about 24 hours to reach full strength, but as long as you're not numb, it will be safe to drink anything (hot or cold) and won't pick up extra stains.
