Dr. Elizabeth L. Forkkio DMD
Dentist | Dental Public Health
839-A QUINCE ORCHARD BLVD GAITHERSBURG MD, 20878About
Dr. Elizabeth Forkkio is a Dentist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Forkkio 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.
Education and Training
University of Pennsylania School of Dental Medicine DMD 1995
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amazing and relaxing.
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expedient, gentle and informative.
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wonderful experience.
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Very good and efficient.
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