Richard A. Parent, DMD
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Welcome to the practice of Dr. Richard A. Parent, a caring and experienced general and cosmetic dentist in Gainesville. Our mission is to maintain healthy and beautiful smiles, and to provide the highest quality dental care available today to keep your smile looking and functioning at its best.

When it comes to the oral health of you and your loved ones, visiting a practice with an established reputation for excellence can make all the difference.As your dentist in Gainesville, we provide skillful, attentive, and highly individualized care for each and every one of our patients. We take the time to carefully review your treatment options and address any questions or concerns you may have.
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Pam married her high school sweetheart, Carl in 1984. They have two adult children. Kyle, along with his wife Laura, live in Lexington Kentucky. Their daughter, Kendal, lives in Orlando. They also have three small dogs; Abby, Ruthie and Vinnie. In her free time, Pam enjoys boating, beaching and spending time with her family and friends.
When teeth are missing a series of changes that can impact your overall dental health and jaw function may be initiated. The adjacent teeth may start to drift or tilt into the space, and teeth in the opposing jaw may start to shift toward the area of the missing tooth. It is therefore important to replace the single tooth or multiple teeth that have been lost.
Dr. Parent is a Gainesville dentist who is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Dentistry and has been practicing in Gainesville, FL since 1995. He is currently an examiner for the National Board of Dental Examiners, on staff at North Florida Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of the Kois Center for Dental Excellence.
If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced dentist in Gainesville, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality dental care. Our dental office uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and cutting edge technology and we uphold the strictest sterilization techniques.
Your first visit to our practice establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information and give you time to get to know our staff. Our friendly staff is dedicated to caring for you and your entire family's oral health and well-being.
Reviews (7)
Lydia Ragone
Lydia Ragone
Jul 14, 2021
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I absolutely love Dr. Parent and his employees. First and foremost, everyone is extremely sensitive to the virus and its variants. Consequently, they practice only the highest level of cleanliness. In addition, everyone there is professional, thorough in their examinations, and pleasant to be around. Any residue of fear within the patient is instantly dispelled!
I am a "mature" woman who used to be petrified of dentists, but not with Rick Parent, who is wonderful. He is knowledgable, sensitive to his patients' doubts and hesitations, and exudes confidence in what he does. I would not hesitate
Peter Dr. Weber
Peter Dr. Weber
Mar 30, 2021
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This is hard to believe! For the many years I have been attending Dr. Parent's practice, I always enjoyed the visits. This was definitely never the case before. I can only highly recommend this dental group.
Diana Dee
Diana Dee
Feb 01, 2021
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I've been a patient at this practice since the late 1960's, when Dr. Baxter was there. Later Dr. Parent joined the office. I have always been treated with the utmost respect and gentleness by the friendly staff and dentists. The bi-annual cleaning is almost a day to look forward to!
Because they are pro-active, there are never any problems or painful situations. I trust them completely with my teeth!
Roger Leslie
Roger Leslie
Oct 24, 2020
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Dr. Parent has been my dentist for over twenty years. He and his staff are the very best. The quality of dental care has always exceeded my expectations in every possible way
Tricia Baxter
Tricia Baxter
Aug 18, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Parent’s for many years. He always provides an on-time, professional and friendly atmosphere. His staff provides the same level of service. I would highly recommend his practice to anyone new to the area or looking for dental care.
David Kelleher
David Kelleher
Jul 04, 2020
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I avoided the dentist for over 20 years because of past experiences. A family member recommended I go see Dr. Parent. I am glad they did. Not only did he do great work (crowns and fillings), but because of how comfortable Dr. Parent made me feel, I no longer avoid the dentist. I have had several appointments at Parent Dental Group and I will continue to go there regularly. Unnecessary treatment is never pushed. The doctor and staff at Parent Dental Group are always friendly and punctual. If you want a great dental experience, this is the office for you!
Kendal Fischer
Kendal Fischer
May 04, 2020
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Dr. Parent and his staff are great! I’ve been coming to this office for 15+ years and even after moving away from Gainesville, I still come back for my dental appointments. Dr. Parent has always been patient, professional and kind during my office visits and when addressing my concerns.