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Expose-and-Bonds in Alameda, Oakland, Pleasanton & Brentwood, CA

Learn about expose-and-bond procedures in Alameda to help guide impacted teeth into place safely and effectively.

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X-rays showing an impacted canine before and after an expose-and-bond procedure

What is an Expose-and-Bone Procedure?

The expose-and-bond procedure is performed to help guide an impacted or unerupted tooth (most often a canine) into its proper position in the dental arch. This procedure is completed by our esteemed oral surgeon, Dr. Reed Rayher in collaboration with our wonderful orthodontists, all under the same roof. This streamlined approach ensures your child receives coordinated, efficient, and comfortable care.

The Importance of Expose-and-Bonds

What Every Family Should Know

Why is an expose-and-bond procedure performed?

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  • Impacted Tooth: Sometimes, teeth (especially canines) fail to erupt into the mouth due to being stuck in the jawbone or gum tissue. This can happen due to overcrowding, abnormal positioning, or other dental development issues.
  • Orthodontic Alignment: The procedure makes the impacted tooth accessible so it can be moved into the proper position with orthodontic appliances like braces.

Why Alameda Pediatric Dentistry

A Few Things We Think You Should Know

Here Since 1971

One of the Bay Area's longest-serving pediatric dental practices, with families now bringing in their own kids.

The Only Practice of Our Kind

The Bay Area's only office pairing on-site wisdom teeth extractions with orthodontics and a fully equipped sedation center, all under one roof.

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Credentialed at UCSF Benioff and Kaiser Oakland. When your child needs hospital-based care, you won't be handed off to someone new.

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No insurance? Our plan covers cleanings, exams, and routine X-rays, plus 20% off other procedures. No deductibles or waiting periods.

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