Dr. Parks graduated from Davis and Elkins College with degrees in Nursing and Business Administration. She graduated from West Virginia University School of Dentistry in 2004 with a D.D.S. degree (doctor of dental surgery). Dr. Parks pursued an intense two year pediatric dental residency at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital/Case School of Dental Medicine in Cleveland, OH. During the residency program, she treated many children in-office and in the hospital setting. Advanced behavioral management techniques were also mastered during the two-year residency program. She rotated through ENT (Ears, Nose, and Throat) , ED (Emergency Department), and Anesthesia. Dr. Parks gained valuable experience on the craniofacial team working closely with special needs children . She also served as chief resident. Dr. Parks, originally from Eglon, WV, returned to Morgantown, WV in 2006 and planned the opening of a new pediatric dental practice.
Dr. Parks has hospital privileges at Garrett Regional Medical Center in Oakland, MD, at Mon Health System in Morgantown, WV, and at Western Maryland Health System in Cumberland, MD. Dr. Parks's practice is limited to infants, children, and teens. Dr. Parks follows strict infection control and follows the AAPD's (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) guidelines for care.
While at our office, we make sure that you receive the highest level of service and ensure that our dental work is of the highest quality. To ensure that you maintain great oral health, this level of quality needs to extend into your personal oral hygiene routine. We can help you establish a dental hygiene routine that will keep your teeth healthy and white. If you have any questions about your current hygiene plan please ask us.
Your teeth are not the only important part of your mouth. Your gums are essential to oral hygiene as well. We can provide periodontal cleanings and treatment, or refer you to one of our recommended specialists. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Oral cancer screenings are a very important part of the dental visit for the patient. With the advances in modern technology, we are now able to pinpoint the start of a potential problem much earlier in its evolution. The ability to do so is extremely important in being able to treat any issues prior to them becoming a major irreversible problem.
Certain lifestyle choices can have a great impact on the health of tissues and your overall health in the mouth. If you are a smoker or heavy drinker, make sure to get regular screenings when you visit the dentist.
Often there is plaque and tartar that accumulates below the gum line. In this scenario, we will clean and smooth this area with special instruments to ensure that the area is completely spotless. If this area is not kept clean the entire area can become irritated with the bacteria that resides in the tartar and plaque. It's very important to have your dentist check this area if you have bleeding during brushing.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 10 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowesthunter Williams
2 years ago
Me and my son just love her and her employees all treat us great
Jesse Mcgilton
3 years ago
Fantastic dentist!! Dr parks takes many different insurances! Weve been there for 9 yrs and no complaints!!!
Abby Kopischke
3 years ago
Dr. Parks is excellent! My daughter previously became physically nervous when attending dentist offices but Dr. Parks and her staff put her at ease. I really appreciate that they allow parents to be present during the treatment of nervous little ones and she does not push any unnecessary treatments. Mia actually now looks forward to seeing Dr. Parks!
hunter Williams
3 years ago
Me and my son just love her and her employees all treat us great
Jesse Mcgilton
3 years ago
Fantastic dentist!! Dr parks takes many different insurances! Weve been there for 9 yrs and no complaints!!!
Katlynn Barnhart
3 years ago
Would not recommend this place at all if you have private insurance. They are only in network with Medicaid patients and they will not tell you until a week prior to your childs procedure. Called multiple times for months on a balance and approximately how much it would be and their office told me approximately $400 and that our insurance was in network with them, come to find out 7 days before my sons surgery they are not in network with our insurance and I was responsible for $3,000 in the next 3 days! Besides that Dr Parks herself is amazing, but office staff needs more training!
Abby Kopischke
3 years ago
Dr. Parks is excellent! My daughter previously became physically nervous when attending dentist offices but Dr. Parks and her staff put her at ease. I really appreciate that they allow parents to be present during the treatment of nervous little ones and she does not push any unnecessary treatments. Mia actually now looks forward to seeing Dr. Parks!
sarah morrison
3 years ago
My daughter had an extremely rotted/decayed front tooth that was also chipped off pretty badly. The other was starting to decay at the top around the gumline. I was expecting for them to be extracted because of the extent of damage. I was hopeful though. What mother of a 3 year old girl wants their child to lose their teeth before it's actually time? We got a surgery date in early September for March. I was heartbroken. I fought the decision to take her to a dental school because i was scared it would become much worse in that time. I AM SO GLAD WE WAITED! My daughter is NOT an easy child. She is tempermental, shes feisty, rebellious, but also the sweetest most cuheyrious kid ever. All this to say, they were SO AMAZING WITH HER! I was terrified at the thought of having her put under anesthesia, but they made her so happy and comfortable we didnt have ONE ounce of reluctance from my daughter. I can't express the level of professionalism they had and the thoughtfulness of absolutely everyone at the hospital. From the secretaries, to the nurses, and especially Dr.parks and the anesthesiologist. They were able to save her front teeth and they look INCREDIBLE! So natural!. She didn't have a sore throat, bloody nose, lack of comfort, NOTHING. I wish i could post before and after pictures for you
Katlynn Barnhart
4 years ago
Would not recommend this place at all if you have private insurance. They are only in network with Medicaid patients and they will not tell you until a week prior to your childs procedure. Called multiple times for months on a balance and approximately how much it would be and their office told me approximately $400 and that our insurance was in network with them, come to find out 7 days before my sons surgery they are not in network with our insurance and I was responsible for $3,000 in the next 3 days! Besides that Dr Parks herself is amazing, but office staff needs more training!
sarah morrison
4 years ago
My daughter had an extremely rotted/decayed front tooth that was also chipped off pretty badly. The other was starting to decay at the top around the gumline. I was expecting for them to be extracted because of the extent of damage. I was hopeful though. What mother of a 3 year old girl wants their child to lose their teeth before it's actually time? We got a surgery date in early September for March. I was heartbroken. I fought the decision to take her to a dental school because i was scared it would become much worse in that time. I AM SO GLAD WE WAITED! My daughter is NOT an easy child. She is tempermental, shes feisty, rebellious, but also the sweetest most cuheyrious kid ever. All this to say, they were SO AMAZING WITH HER! I was terrified at the thought of having her put under anesthesia, but they made her so happy and comfortable we didnt have ONE ounce of reluctance from my daughter. I can't express the level of professionalism they had and the thoughtfulness of absolutely everyone at the hospital. From the secretaries, to the nurses, and especially Dr.parks and the anesthesiologist. They were able to save her front teeth and they look INCREDIBLE! So natural!. She didn't have a sore throat, bloody nose, lack of comfort, NOTHING. I wish i could post before and after pictures for you
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