Dr. Joe Parets, DMD

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Joe Parets, who serves patients in West Hartford, Connecticut. 

Being a skilled dentist, oral health is Dr. Parets’ paramount concern. From regular cleanings and exams to advanced restorative treatments, he strives to ensure that the teeth stay healthy, function well, and look great. He does so by meeting all of his patients’ routine dental needs at Comprehensive Dental Care in West Hartford, Connecticut. 

“At Comprehensive Dental Care, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist nearby in West Hartford. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime.” as stated on the dental practice’s website. 

Throughout his academic career, Dr. Parets attended the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and received his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree in 2009. Following graduation, he completed a year of advanced training within the General Practice Residency program at Hartford Hospital, where he is currently serving as an attending dentist. As a pre-doctoral student, he organized a dental mission trip to Tobati, Paraguay to provide oral hygiene instruction and tooth extractions for underserved families. 

Taking pride in the trust he has built with patients of multiple generations, he pursues ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in his medical field. He also remains a member of several professional dental organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association, the Hartford Dental Society (of which he is the Vice President). 

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy. 

On a more personal note, Dr. Parets grew up in New Jersey and has been living in the Greater Hartford area since 2005. He currently lives in West Hartford with his wife and three children.

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