Dr. Bohnstedt grew up in Gresham, Oregon. His pre-requisite courses for dental school were completed at Portland State University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a General Science degree. Dr. Bohnstedt earned his dental doctoral degree at Oregon Health and Science University in 2013.
After graduating from OHSU Dr. Bohnstedt and Dr. Jill moved to rural New Mexico to practice public health dentistry for the Ben Archer Medical Center. Dr. Bohnstedt worked for Ben Archer from November 2013 through April 2017 before moving back home to Portland. Upon moving back to Oregon Dr. Bohnstedt worked for Permanente Dental Associates from June 2017 through October 2024, leaving to pursue private practice.
In his professional life Dr. Bohnstedt takes pride in his exacting attention to detail and the quality of his work. He feels that patient education is important and likes to thoroughly review findings and treatment options with his patients.
In his free time Dr. Bohnstedt enjoys spending time with his family, riding dirt bikes in the Tillamook forest, and playing guitar. Dr. Bohnstedt loves to talk about music and dirt bikes, he likes to tinker and has built several computers and guitar amplifiers.
Dr. Bohnstedt understands that our patients have trusted Pollard Family Dentistry for decades and is excited for the opportunity to provide care to your families. If you have a good experience with his care please keep in mind he is accepting new patients and would be grateful for your referrals.
Thank you, The Pollard Family Dentistry Team
Bonding
Bonding is a procedure where we apply a tooth-colored composite material to a tooth, shape it, allow it to harden and polish it. It can be used in certain situations where a tooth has been damaged or become stained. These are generally minor repairs that can be resolved through this relatively inexpensive means rather than through a more costly dental procedure.
Here's How it Works
The dentist prepares the tooth surface so the bonding material will adhere. Once it has been applied, the dentist will shape it so it has a natural appearance. Then the material is allowed to harden, usually with the help of a light. Finally, the composite is polished and buffed so that the surface is smooth.
This is not a process that is recommended if you are a smoker as smoke causes staining. Also, the material is not as durable as porcelain veneers and crowns so it chips more easily; eventually it may require replacing.
Bonding is a perfectly adequate and more affordable solution to certain dental problems. Dental bonding can take less time to accomplish and may not even require anesthesia. Depending upon the issue, insurance may cover it.
Please don't procrastinate if you have a dental problem but are worried about the time, cost or pain involved. Perhaps dental bonding can offer you a solution. Give us a call at (503) 223-7682 so we can discuss options with you.
Bonding is a procedure where we apply a tooth-colored composite material to a tooth, shape it, allow it to harden and polish it. It can be used in certain situations where a tooth has been damaged or become stained. These are generally minor repairs that can be resolved through this relatively inexpensive means rather than through a more costly dental procedure.