Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentistry Partner in Gainesville, FL
Richard A. Parent, DMD has been dedicated to comprehensive dental care in Gainesville since 1995. Our practice combines advanced technology with personalized attention to address general, cosmetic, and restorative dental needs. We prioritize patient comfort through preventive care, early detection of oral health issues, and minimally invasive treatments. Our team emphasizes long-term solutions like dental implants and TMJ therapy while offering aesthetic enhancements such as Invisalign and veneers.With decades of collective experience, we maintain a patient-centered approach that values timely service, accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges, and emergency care availability. Our commitment to continuing education ensures treatment protocols align with the latest advancements in dentistry.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Invisalign
Dental Implants
TMJ Treatment
Emergency Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in comprehensive dental care
- Our team utilizes advanced technology for precise diagnostics and treatments
- We provide personalized care with same-day emergency service availability
- Our practice accommodates patients with mobility challenges
- We maintain strict continuing education in dental advancements
What people say
Very professional
Timely service
Pain gone
Highly recommend
Treat us like family
Services
General Dentistry
Our general dentistry services focus on maintaining oral health through comprehensive exams, cleanings, and early detection of dental issues. We provide root canals, extractions, and sealants to protect natural teeth. Regular preventive care helps avoid complex dental problems while ensuring optimal oral hygiene for patients of all ages.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry transforms smiles through teeth whitening, veneers, and Invisalign treatments. Our team addresses discoloration, gaps, and misalignment while maintaining natural tooth function. Customized aesthetic solutions help patients achieve confidence in their smiles using advanced materials and techniques for lasting results.
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry repairs damaged teeth with crowns, bridges, and implants. We specialize in dental implants as permanent solutions for missing teeth while offering TMJ treatment for jaw disorders. These procedures restore both function and appearance, improving patients' ability to eat, speak, and maintain facial structure.
Invisalign
Invisalign straightens teeth discreetly using custom-made clear aligners. This orthodontic solution gradually shifts teeth into proper alignment without metal brackets. Patients appreciate the removable trays for eating and cleaning, with treatment plans tailored to individual dental correction needs through sequential aligner changes.
Emergency Dental Services
Emergency dental services address acute oral trauma, infections, and severe pain. Our team prioritizes same-day treatment for broken teeth, extractions, and abscesses. Equipped to handle urgent cases, we provide immediate relief while developing long-term solutions to preserve dental health and patient comfort.
People
Richard A. Parent
Dentist
Dr. Parent graduated from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in 1995. He has studied at the Pankey Institute, Dawson Institute, and Spear Center. Currently an examiner for the National Board of Dental Examiners, he combines advanced education with 25+ years of clinical experience in Gainesville.
Amelia
Registered Dental Hygienist
Amelia has served as a dental hygienist since graduating from Santa Fe College. With 15+ years of experience at Richard A. Parent, DMD, she builds lasting patient relationships while emphasizing preventive oral care. She enjoys educating patients about maintaining optimal dental hygiene between visits.
Tia
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tia joined the team in 2020 after earning her dental hygiene degree from Santa Fe College. She focuses on patient education and personalized care plans. With 15 years of clinical experience, she helps patients understand connections between oral health and overall wellness through compassionate, individualized attention.
Pam
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pam has practiced dental hygiene since graduating from Valencia College in 1996. She brings extensive experience in preventive care and patient comfort. Her approach emphasizes gentle yet thorough treatment, helping patients maintain healthy smiles through regular cleanings and tailored home care recommendations.
Kelly
Dental Assistant
Kelly serves as lead dental assistant with over 20 years of patient-focused experience. She coordinates treatment flow while ensuring patient comfort during procedures. As Santa Fe College advisory board member, she contributes to dental assisting education while maintaining hands-on clinical expertise in modern dental techniques.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic treatments like Invisalign and veneers, restorative procedures including implants, TMJ therapy, and emergency dental care.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer same-day treatment for urgent issues like broken teeth, infections, and severe pain with experienced emergency dental care.
Are you equipped for patients with mobility challenges?
Our office accommodates wheelchair users with accessible equipment and staff trained to assist patients with mobility limitations during dental procedures.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, cash, and offer CareCredit financing for treatments not covered by insurance.
How can I prepare for my first visit?
Complete patient forms beforehand, bring insurance information, and arrive early to discuss treatment goals with our team during your scheduled appointment.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with out-of-network insurance plans and provide documentation for reimbursement claims while offering transparent pricing for all services.
