Dr. Richard Dennis Whitaker D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
2825 Easy St Placerville CA, 95667About
Dr. Richard Whitaker is a Dentist practicing in Placerville, CA. Dr. Whitaker 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.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry DDS 1985
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