Dr. Derek Marcus Stephens D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
113 W 86th Ave Merrillville IN, 46410About
Dr. Derek Stephens is a Dentist practicing in Merrillville, IN. Dr. Stephens 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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