Dr. Alina Margarita Betancourt D.M.D.

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Originally from Camaguey, Cuba, Dr. Betancourt's dental career began in 1988, when she graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University Dental School in Teaneck, New Jersey. Prior to this, she had received her Bachelor and Master degrees in animal physiology. Dr. Alina M. Betancourt is a very experienced dentist, having been in practice for over 28 years. Dr. Betancourt and her expert team provide a comprehensive range of family and general dentistry solutions, for patients of all ages. This includes the fitting of bridges, crowns and dentures, dental implantology, and root canal treatment. Dr. Betancourt also provides a selection of cosmetic dental services, including teeth whitening and the application of dental veneers. Dr. Betancourt is a believer in continual learning and improvement, and has successfully completed a number of advanced training courses. Alina M. Betancourt, DMD, General Dentist currently serving patients within Paris & Betancourt DMD in Elizabeth, New Jersey. She keeps up to date with the latest advances in her field by maintaining professional memberships with the Academy of General Dentistry, the Union County Dental Association, and the New Jersey Dental Association. A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a surgeon who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. The dentist's supporting team aids in providing oral health services.

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