
Dr. John P Gillis D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
5037 Veterans Blvd. Suite 1 Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. John Gillis is a Dentist practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Gillis 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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- Dr. Leon Flettrich DDS729 N Carrollton Ave New Orleans LA 70119
- Dr. Joseph Manuel Campo D.D.S., APDC4141 Veterans Memorial Blvd Metairie LA 70002
- Ivonne Castro D.D.S.8000 Highway 23 Belle Chasse LA 70037
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