
Dr. Douglas J. Alterman DMD
Dentist
86 Rutledge Avenue Charleston South Carolina, 29401About
Dr. Douglas Alterman is a Dentist practicing in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Alterman 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
Medical University of South Carolina
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Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being a Constant Student and Focusing on Continued Education
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Nearby Providers
- Claire Robinson DMD7481 Northside Dr North Charleston SC 29420
- Lynn Sneed D.M.D.14 Lockwood Dr Charleston SC 29401
- Smile Care 360250 129 Plantation North Blvd, Suite D Goose Creek South Carolina 29445
- Dr. Leanna Shetler D.M.D169 Ashley Ave Charleston SC 29425
- Dr. Brooks J Graves D.M.D.35 Society Street Charleston SC 29401
- Dr. Ralph Devon Parks D.M.D.8626 DORCHESTER RD N CHARLESTON SC 29420
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316 CALHOUN ST CHARLESTON SC 29401EAST COOPER MEDICAL CENTERl
2000 HOSPITAL DR MOUNT PLEASANT SC 29464