Pediatric Dentistry

At the dental practice of Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, we are proud to serve the families from our community, and we want them to know it’s just as important for children to have regular dental visits.  A child’s first dental visit should be scheduled between when the first baby tooth appears, and the child’s first birthday.  Baby teeth eventually come out, but their growth and development is important for overall oral health for the child and the development of their adult teeth. Baby teeth should be brushed and cared for like adult teeth, and it’s important to monitor their growth and development. 

Missing any tooth for too long can change the development of surrounding teeth and compromise the structure of the jaw bone, but regular checkups can keep a child’s tooth development right on track.  Our dentists are skilled and experienced in administering dental care to children.  If your child has seems nervous about seeing a dentist for the first time, we recommend going through a brushing routine with them at home, and talking about the dental visit before you arrive.  Once we get your child’s oral health off to a great start, we offer a full range of services for child patients including dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants.

We love to see good oral hygiene habits formed early, and make lifetime patients out of kids from our community!  To learn more about the services provided at the practice, visit www. rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

Keeping Up With Regular Cleanings

It is recommended by the Academy of General Dentistry to have a dentist or hygienist perform a dental cleaning every six months. At the practice of Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, we want patients to maintain a great oral health routine at home, but it is still important to come into the office for regular professional cleanings.  However much you brush and floss, some harmful bacteria grow in your mouth that cause gum disease and can only be removed by a dental professional.

It’s important to see a professional regularly to locate and monitor areas in the mouth that may need special attention, and a dentist can tell you if you may be missing a spot or skipping an important step in your regular oral care routine.  During a teeth cleaning, a hygienist thoroughly clean the area above and below the gum line with scaling tools to rid them of plaque and tartar. After the surfaces of the teeth are cleaned, the hygienist flosses between every one of your teeth and may apply fluoride if recommended by the dentist.

To learn more about teeth cleanings and all the services provided at the practice, visit www. rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

Dental Crowns

If you have weak teeth that need restoration, a dental crown may be what you’re looking for. A dental crown has the ability to strengthen a tooth by placing a large filling when there isn’t enough tooth enamel remaining to hold the filling. Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD offers this service at his practice and would like to let you know what to expect if you require one.

If you are a candidate for a dental crown, Dr. Steinfeld will need to prepare the tooth for the crown first. This may involve taking a few X-rays to check the roots of the tooth receiving the crown and surrounding bone. Once an impression of the tooth is made, a temporary crown will be placed while the final restoration is created in a dental laboratory. Once the permanent crown is ready, the patient will have their final appointment to have it placed.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental crowns, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www.rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

ClearCorrect Dental Braces

If you want straighter teeth but are concerned about how you’ll look with braces, then ClearCorrect braces may be an option for you. Rather than relying on the traditional brackets and wires of braces, ClearCorrect utilizes a series of clear, soft, BPA-and phthalate-free plastic aligner trays. At the dental practice of Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, we will suggest an orthodontic appliance suitable for your needs.

Often, adults who desire a straighter smile but want to avoid “metal mouth” will choose to go the clear aligner route. ClearCorrect treatment involves four phases of aligner therapy. Each phase requires a new set of aligners that are worn for a three-week period. The time between each phase allows for control and flexibility. ClearCorrect aligners are removed while eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing, allowing the patient more oral freedom than traditional braces. ClearCorrect addresses most misalignment issues such as crowded teeth, the spacing between teeth, overbites, underbites and crooked teeth.

If you have questions or concerns regarding orthodontic options, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www.rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

Details on Dental Implants

A mouth full of missing teeth can be detrimental to a person’s self-esteem. It can also affect the way that they chew and speak. Fortunately, restorative options such as dental implants are available, and Dr. Richard Steinfeld DMD offers them to patients. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, several teeth, or all of the teeth.

A dental implant is a surgical fixture that is placed into the jawbone and allowed to fuse with the bone over the span of a few months. A dental implant is the most naturally-looking option to replace teeth and it will help restore function as well as aesthetic appearance. This method of treatment is the only dental restoration option that preserves natural bone, helping to stimulate bone growth. If you are interested in learning more about dental implants, schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental implants or restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www. rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

Dental Bridges

Dental bridges can restore a person’s smile, the ability to properly chew and speak, and help maintain the shape of the face. A bridge is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap and false tooth/teeth in between. Also known as a fixed removable denture, bridges can be supported in any of three ways: by natural teeth, by implants, or by a combination of teeth and implants. To determine which restorative option is best for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD.

Dental bridges, also known as fixed removable dentures, are a great way to replace missing teeth because your existing teeth are used to literally create a bridge to cross the area where your tooth is missing. Replacing missing teeth with a dental bridge will make eating and speaking easier. Dental bridges can last up to fifteen years. If you decide on a dental bridge, it is important to keep remaining teeth healthy and strong with proper oral care habits.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dentures or restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www. rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933. 

Dentures

If you desire a smile makeover to replace missing teeth, dentures are a cost-efficient and comfortable option to do so. Dentures are false teeth made to replace teeth that have been lost due to dental decay, or trauma. There are two different types of dentures that Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, offers at his dental practice – full dentures and partial dentures – to decide which is best for you, schedule a consultation.

Complete (full) dentures are used if you’re missing teeth in your upper (maxillary) or lower (mandibular) jaws. Partial dentures are used on patients who only have some teeth missing on either jaw. Complete dentures replace all of the teeth, while partial dentures fill in the spaces created by missing teeth and prevent other teeth from shifting position. Your dentures may feel awkward for a few weeks until you become accustomed to them, however, you will decrease your risk of periodontal disease as well as ease the stress of your jaw while wearing them.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dentures or restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www. rasdmd.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinfeld, DMD, in Lake Worth, FL, call 561-965-3933.