Dr. Patrick Michael Oflaherty DDS
Dentist | General Practice
2033 Ogden Ave Downers Grove IL, 60515About
Dr. Patrick Oflaherty is a Dentist practicing in Downers Grove, IL. Dr. Oflaherty 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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