Ms. Sharon B. Matija DDS
Dentist | General Practice
7365 Carnelian St Suite 111 Rancho Cucamonga CA, 91730About
Dr. Mateja is a graduate of Loma Linda School of Dentistry; she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 1982.
In 1984, as Director of the Medically Indigent Adult Program at San Bernardino County Hospital, Dr. Mateja helped to establish the first dental facility to care for medically indigent patients in the county.
Dr. Mateja opened her private practice in 1985, at the present location, to serve the residents of Rancho Cucamonga and surrounding communities.
In addition to her esthetic & restorative practice, Dr. Mateja is a faculty member at Loma Linda Dental School where she holds the position of Associate Professor, Restorative Dentistry.
Dr. Mateja is active in community service, in the Tri County Dental Society and is a past Board member for the Loma Linda Dental School Alumni Association.
When not in the office, Dr. Mateja attends many continuing education courses in advanced esthetic, restorative and dental implant procedures throughout Southern California. An avid golfer, she can be found on the links on many Inland Empire courses. She also spends time in her garden, which is lovingly called "the forest", where she has Coconut Orchids, Staghorn Fern, Kangaroo Paws, and a family of kittens that she “adopted” when she found them huddled in the shrimp plants
Education and Training
Loma Linda Dental School DDS 1982
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Ms. Sharon B. Matija DDS's Expert Contributions
Veneers for Irreversibly Stained Teeth
Originally posted on Dr. Sharon B. Mateja's practice website"Porcelain veneers are one of the most popular treatments in cosmetic dentistry. They can be used to conceal a wide array of aesthetic flaws, including chips, cracks, slight misalignment, and dental discoloration.Porcelain veneers may be...
Do orthodontists whiten teeth after braces?
Some do and some don't. If they don't, ask your general dentist to recommend a whitening program for you. READ MORE
Are baby root canals painful?
No, not painful if properly numbed...we have had children fall asleep during this procedure. READ MORE
How can I get rid of the sensitivity in my front teeth?
It depends on why they are sensitive. Possibilities: Thin enamel, Gum recession, Clenching and/or grinding, Decay. You first must have the problem diagnosed, then treatment can be determined. READ MORE
How many teeth can be on a bridge?
My name is Sharon Mateja NOT Sharon Papin READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Restorative Dentistry Loma Linda Dental School 1999 - 2019
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Tri-County Dental Society, SPEAR Training, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, California Sleep Society, Mt. Baldy Study Club
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- La Sierra U.
Ms. Sharon B. Matija DDS's Practice location
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7365 Carnelian St Suite 111 -Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730Get Direction
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