Dr. Vance Lewis Wascom D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
3727 Macarthur Blvd New Orleans LA, 70114About
Dr. Vance Wascom is a Dentist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Wascom 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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