Richard A. Barkin DDS

Richard A. Barkin DDS Richard Barkin DDS has been providing quality dental care for Rhode Island families since 1985. We a Richard A.

Barkin DDS was born and raised in Massapequa, New York, and has been a resident of Rhode Island since 1985. In 1981, he graduated from George Washington University summa cm laude with a B.A. in Chemistry/Zoology, and then graduated from Georgetown University School of Dental Medicine, magna cm laude, in 1985. Dr. Barkin scored in the in the top 1% of the nation on the Dr. Barkin National Dental

Board Examination. After graduating from the Georgetown University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Barkin worked for three general/cosmetic dentistry practices in Barrington, Bristol, and Coventry, Rhode Island, before he opened up his successful private family practice in West Warwick, Rhode Island, where for over 28 years, he has excelled in all aspects of dentistry, and has provided the highest level of dental care for all ages – from toddlers to senior citizens. Dr. Barkin is committed to making each of your dental visits exceptional, stress-free, and affordable. He regularly completes higher education courses so he can provide you with the highest quality treatment and technology. He has been married to his wife, Erin, since 1980, and they have four wonderful children ranging in age from 13 to 29 years. Further Education:


Advanced post-graduate training courses from 1985-2013 in the specialty fields of cosmetic, implantology, endodontics, and prosthetic dentistry. Professional Associations:


Member of the American Dental Association since 1985
Member of the Rhode Island State Dental Association since 1985
Member Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry since 1987
Member of the Academy of General Dentistry since 1985


Contact Richard A. Barkin DDS today at 401-821-6665, or browse the website for more information about general and restorative dentistry or cosmetic dentistry.

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Address

64 Tiogue Avenue, Ste C
West Warwick, RI
02893

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 7pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 7:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+14018216665

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