Dr. Derek Martin Lichter D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
247 F St Chula Vista CA, 91910About
Dr. Derek Lichter is a Dentist practicing in Chula Vista, CA. Dr. Lichter 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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