Steven R Elkjer DMD
Dentist | General Practice
5861 Sw Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy Portland OR, 97221About
Dr. Steven Elkjer is a Dentist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Elkjer 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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