Dr. Jeffrey Alan Spence D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
40 Joshua Ln Palmyra VA, 22963About
Dr. Jeffrey Spence is a Dentist practicing in Palmyra, VA. Dr. Spence 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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