Dr. Wallace F. Chong D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
74 Ponahawai St Hilo HI, 96720About
Dr. Wallace Chong is a Dentist practicing in Hilo, HI. Dr. Chong 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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