Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pittsburgh Dentist for Comprehensive Care
Richard Gottlieb, DMD has dedicated over four decades to providing comprehensive dental care in Pittsburgh, specializing in general, implant, and cosmetic dentistry. Our practice combines advanced technology with personalized attention, ensuring patients receive preventive care, restorative treatments, and aesthetic solutions tailored to their unique needs. With a focus on patient comfort, we utilize cutting-edge tools like digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and AI diagnostics to enhance accuracy and outcomes. Our team emphasizes preventive education, addressing systemic connections between oral health and conditions like heart disease, while offering specialized services such as TMJ treatment, sports dentistry, and sleep apnea management.Recognized as a Pittsburgh Magazine Top Dentist annually since 2007, Dr. Gottlieb brings expertise from roles as team dentist for the Pittsburgh Steelers and consultant to major sporting events. We prioritize transparent communication, ethical care, and a welcoming environment to make every visit a positive experience.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
TMJ Treatment
Sports Dentistry
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Preventive Care
Root Canal Therapy
Dentures
Periodontal Treatment
Teeth Whitening
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in general, implant, and cosmetic dentistry.
- Our practice utilizes AI diagnostics and digital X-ray technology for precision.
- Personalized care plans address both oral health and systemic wellness connections.
- Emergency dental services available for urgent sports-related or trauma injuries.
- Recognized as Pittsburgh Magazine's Top Dentist annually since 2007.
What people say
Excellent dentistry
Caring staff
Painless procedures
Personalized attention
Prompt scheduling
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through porcelain veneers, crowns, and professional whitening. We address discoloration, misalignment, and structural imperfections using durable materials that mimic natural tooth aesthetics. Each treatment plan considers facial symmetry and long-term oral health for results that look both beautiful and functional.
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium posts fused with jawbone. We offer single-tooth replacements, implant-supported bridges, and denture stabilization. The process includes 3D imaging for precise placement and customized restoration to match natural bite patterns and coloration.
TMJ Treatment
We diagnose and treat temporomandibular joint disorders causing pain, clicking, or limited movement. Treatment options include custom night guards, bite adjustments, and physical therapy referrals. Diagnostic evaluations use clinical exams and imaging to identify muscle tension or joint misalignment causes.
Sports Dentistry
Our sports dentistry specializes in preventing and treating athletic oral injuries. Services include custom mouthguard fabrication, emergency tooth reimplantation, and trauma assessment. We serve professional athletes and recreational players, providing protective equipment tailored to individual sports requirements and jaw anatomy.
Sleep Apnea Therapy
We address sleep-disordered breathing through oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. Custom-fitted devices reposition the jaw to maintain airway patency during sleep. Treatment works in conjunction with sleep studies and physician collaboration to improve nighttime breathing patterns and reduce systemic health risks.
People
Richard Gottlieb, DMD
Dentist
Dr. Gottlieb has practiced dentistry in Pittsburgh for over 40 years, specializing in general, implant, and cosmetic dentistry. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh and completed residencies at Eastman Dental Center. Recognized annually as a Top Dentist by Pittsburgh Magazine since 2007, he serves as team dentist for the Pittsburgh Steelers and consultant for major sporting events.
Questions
What dental specialties does Dr. Gottlieb offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, dental implants, TMJ therapy, sports dentistry, and sleep apnea solutions in Pittsburgh.
How can I schedule an emergency dental appointment?
Call our Pittsburgh office directly at (412) 682-7017 for urgent dental injuries or pain outside regular hours.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and help patients maximize their dental benefits for all treatments.
What technology improves treatment accuracy?
We use digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and AI diagnostics to enhance precision in diagnosis and treatment planning.
How do TMJ treatments relieve jaw pain?
Custom night guards, bite adjustments, and physical therapy referrals address the root causes of TMJ-related discomfort.
Are teeth whitening results permanent?
Professional whitening lasts 1-3 years depending on dietary habits, with touch-up options available for sustained brightness.
