Dr. Del M Shofner DMD
Dentist | General Practice
2820 Lurleen Wallace Blvd Northport AL, 35476About
Dr. Del Shofner is a Dentist practicing in Northport, AL. Dr. Shofner 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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