Alexander Neil Hawkins D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
8116 Timberlake Rd Lynchburg VA, 24502About
Dr. Alexander Hawkins is a Dentist practicing in Lynchburg, VA. Dr. Hawkins 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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