Dr. Donald A. Compton D.M.D.
Dentist | General Practice
2016 Main St Forest Grove OR, 97116About
Dr. Donald Compton is a Dentist practicing in Forest Grove, OR. Dr. Compton 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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