I look forward to helping people each and every day on their journey to great oral health. It is an honor to blend clinical problem solving, empathy, and creativity to help individuals achieve and maintain their healthiest, most becoming smiles. It is equally an honor to have the time to talk with, listen to, and learn from my patients. I appreciate the diversity of my days and the people I spend that time with.
~ Dr. Jay Park
With his attentive nature, Dr. Park excels at putting patients at ease. He listens to their wishes, respects their concerns, and provides each with the high-quality, personalized dental care he would want for himself.
Dr. Park was drawn to dentistry after his service as an Army officer. He wanted a career which in his attention to detail – honed in bomb defusal – and background in sciences could meld into a path of helping others.
Education and Experience
Prior to practicing dentistry, Dr. Park completed his:
- Bachelors of Art and Science in Biology, Psychology, and Mechanical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University
- Master of Science in Biomedical Forensic Sciences, Syracuse University
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD), Roseman University
In his time in practice, Dr. Park has found the greatest professional fulfillment in being part of a patient’s journey to a healthy and vibrant smile.
Continuing Education and Professional Affiliations
Staying abreast of the latest technological innovations, new techniques, and emerging research is core to Dr. Park’s dedication to his profession and his patients. He constantly studies new approaches to care, looking for changes that improve diagnostics, the treatment experience, comfort, and outcome for his patients.
Dr. Park is an active member of the:
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Washington Academy of General Dentistry
These organizations offer numerous opportunities for Dr. Park to further expand his knowledge and skills. He regularly completes continuing education courses and attends meetings, seminars, and other professional gatherings to learn from leading practitioners, researchers, and his peers.
Beyond the Practice
Originally from Rhode Island, Dr. Park now resides in Edgewood with his wife, Dr. Aeni Lim, their young daughter, Amelia Rose, and Charlie, the family minipoodle (whom, Dr. Park is happy to report, has almost perfect teeth). While being with family is Dr. Park’s greatest love, he also enjoys lifting weights in his garage and relaxing on the couch, lost in book while drinking a lot of coffee.