Dr. Ruth Peterka
Dentist | General Practice
412 Lake Avenue North Battle Lake MN, 56515About
Dr. Ruth Peterka is a Dentist practicing in Battle Lake, MN. Dr. Peterka 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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