David C Pettey D.M.D.
Dentist | General Practice
4610 29th Ave Meridian MS, 39305About
Dr. David Pettey is a Dentist practicing in Meridian, MS. Dr. Pettey 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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