Dr. Jeffery Purk D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
4405 Sw 9th St Des Moines IA, 50315About
Dr. Jeffery Purk is a Dentist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Purk 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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