Steven John Scheffel D.M.D.
Dentist | General Practice
5415 Sw Westgate Dr Suite 206 Portland OR, 97221About
Dr. Steven Scheffel is a Dentist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Scheffel specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
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