Leo K Jernigan D.M.D.
Dentist | General Practice
100 W 1st Ave 1 Professional Pk Gulf Shores AL, 36542About
Dr. Leo Jernigan is a Dentist practicing in Gulf Shores, AL. Dr. Jernigan 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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