Dr. David A Penfold D.D.S.
Dentist
3223 4th St Sw Mason City IA, 50401About
Dr. David Penfold is a Dentist practicing in Mason City, IA. Dr. Penfold 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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