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Ernesta Parisi, DMD

Dr. Parisi graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, formerly University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ-NJDS) in 2000. A NJ native, she is a proud alumnus of Stevens Institute of Technology. Dr. Parisi followed her passion for both medicine and dentistry at University of Pennsylvania (UPENN), where she completed a Fellowship program in the field of Oral Medicine. This is an area of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis and management of disorders or conditions affecting the mouth and facial regions and on the dental management of medically complex patients.

For several years, Dr. Parisi worked in academics as Assistant Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at UMDNJ-NJ Dental School. At the school, she pursued her teaching and clinical research, and served as the program director for the postgraduate Oral Medicine Fellowship program. She also completed the board examination and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Medicine in 2004. 

After several years teaching, Dr. Parisi transitioned into private practice. Since then, she has learned to integrate her Oral Medicine background with general dentistry. In 2009, she opened Parisi Dental in Totowa, NJ. She continues to practice both general dentistry and Oral Medicine.

 Dr. Parisi is an active member of the following professional associations:

  • American Dental Association (ADA), New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA) and Passaic County Dental
  • Association (PCDA)
  • American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM)
  • Rutgers Dental School and Stevens Alumni Associations
  • OKU National Dental Honor Society
  • International Team for Implantology (ITI) Academy Member

Dr. Parisi lives in Wayne with her husband Tony and their two daughters, Valentina and Sabrina. In her free time, Dr. Parisi enjoys exercising, traveling and cooking with her family. She is an active volunteer in the community and her church.

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Eva T.
Very compassionate Doctor and staff. No wait, painless and quick. Love this office.
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Julian S.
Dr. Parisi and her staff make you feel comfortable and allay any fears you may have. Dr. Parisi goes over the procedure in terms of what to expect before, doing, and after the procedure. Everyone is very caring.
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Elaine M.
I love Parisi dental, great service, very professional. I always recommend them to friends and family.
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Steve B.
Each and every staff member I encountered (dentist, dental hygienist, receptionist) was extremely pleasant and personable. I have never ever felt welcome and comfortable at the dentist until now.
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Lisa A.
As always, my check-up went smoothly from the post-card reminder, to the phone confirmation, to the actual appointment. Everyone was friendly and kind, as usual, even though I was the last appointment of the day. Was there for under 30 minutes, and was told what to expect for my next visit, as it would probably be a longer one. Couldn't ask for better service!
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M. E.
Everyone on the staff is so friendly and personable. I've never felt this comfortable going to a dentist appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Parisi.
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Brenda H.
Dr. and staff are always willing to listen and attend to your description and concerns of work to be done before, during and after.
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Barbara S.
Our family loves Dr. Parisi and her staff. So supportive and caring.
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Francesca C.
Very friendly and professional Make you feel right at home Use latest technology My kids even like going to the dentist of all things!
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