Meet Dr. Schraner

Dr. Schraner was born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She moved to New York City to attend NYU for both undergraduate and dental school. She has participated in dental outreach programs and was awarded honors in esthetic dentistry. After graduation, she completed her general practice residency at Lutheran Hospital in Brooklyn, where she treated children, adults and special needs patients. Dr. Schraner has been practicing dentistry in Manhattan for the past 7 years.

Shay Markovitch, DDS, is an Israeli-born dentist at Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson in New York. He is a firm believer in sharing as much information as possible with his patients and encouraging them to make informed decisions throughout their care. With a comprehensive list of skills and services, Dr. Markovitch helps patients achieve gorgeous smiles and impeccable oral health.

Dr. Markovitch began training in cosmetic dentistry over two decades ago in his home country. After excelling in his dental education, he moved to Rochester, New York, where he completed dental school at the University of Rochester. He also completed residency training at Eastman Dental Center, also in Rochester, New York. 

At Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson, Dr. Markovitch continues to learn the latest information and techniques in dentistry in order to utilize them to his patients’ advantages. He continues to attend courses to revamp his repertoire, including certifications in providing Invisalign® and Lumineers® veneers. He offers services like periodontics, implants, and crowns at Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson as well as other practices in the city.

When he isn’t sitting next to the dental chair coaching patients about their oral health or performing meticulous procedures, Dr. Markovitch spends his free time with his wife and three children. He stays in shape with soccer, basketball, and any other sport that fits his busy schedule.

Dr. Toccafondi is a graduate of Edgemont High School, Fordham University, and Georgetown Dental School. He is a member of The Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, New York Dental Association, Ninth District Dental Association, and is a past president of the Yonkers Dental Society. He is committed to continuing education, and excellence in dentistry and has taken over 1,000 hours of continuing education. He has been treating families in Westchester for over 30 years. Dr. Toccafondi has a wife, two children, and enjoys skiing, running, and traveling.

At Riverside Dental, family dentist and oral surgeon Gemini Master-Patel, DMD, and her team offer complete oral health care to people of all ages in Yonkers and Thornwood, New York.

Riverside Dental is a full-service practice, offering general, cosmetic, and laser dentistry. Each office features ample parking, friendly staff, and welcoming, warmly-lit facilities. 

Individuals and families from all over Westchester County visit Riverside Dental to access oral health care, including professional teeth cleaning, dentures, and orthodontic treatment with Invisalign®. The team also performs oral surgery, including extractions and the placement of dental implants.

The Riverside Dental team believes patient education and preventive care are key to maintaining beautiful and healthy smiles. They use diagnostic procedures, like 3D digital panoramic X-rays, to catch cavities, gum disease, and bone loss early in their development.

Riverside Dental offers same-day visits. The team knows emergencies can occur at any time and are happy to assist at a moment’s notice.

Call the nearest Riverside Dental office today to schedule a new patient visit or book your appointment online.

At Riverside Dental, family dentist and oral surgeon Gemini Master-Patel, DMD, and her team offer complete oral health care to people of all ages in Yonkers and Thornwood, New York.

Riverside Dental is a full-service practice, offering general, cosmetic, and laser dentistry. Each office features ample parking, friendly staff, and welcoming, warmly-lit facilities. 

Individuals and families from all over Westchester County visit Riverside Dental to access oral health care, including professional teeth cleaning, dentures, and orthodontic treatment with Invisalign®. The team also performs oral surgery, including extractions and the placement of dental implants.

The Riverside Dental team believes patient education and preventive care are key to maintaining beautiful and healthy smiles. They use diagnostic procedures, like 3D digital panoramic X-rays, to catch cavities, gum disease, and bone loss early in their development.

Riverside Dental offers same-day visits. The team knows emergencies can occur at any time and are happy to assist at a moment’s notice.

Call the nearest Riverside Dental office today to schedule a new patient visit or book your appointment online.

Yonkers Dental Arts is a general and cosmetic dentistry office serving Westchester County in Yonkers, New York. The mission of Alicia Schraner, DDS, and the entire staff at Yonkers Dental Arts is to ensure that every patient feels comfortable and every visit is a pleasant one.

For Dr. Schraner, dentistry is an art, and she has a keen eye for beauty. She is fully trained in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry and has a decade of experience, allowing her to offer a comprehensive range of dental services to patients of all ages at her family-oriented practice.

Although she works diligently to stay on top of all the latest advancements in dentistry and uses only the highest-quality dental products and equipment, Dr. Schraner maintains a conservative approach to dentistry. She doesn’t include any procedures or tests in a patient’s customized treatment plan unless she feels they’re absolutely necessary.

From thorough checkups and safe, natural-looking fillings, to cosmetic treatments like professional teeth whitening and veneers, Yonkers Dental Arts offers patients everything they need to achieve their most beautiful, natural-looking smile. Call the office or use online booking to schedule an appointment today.

Experienced and dedicated dentist Edly Destine, DDS, is the founder of 88 Smile Designs in Mount Vernon, New York. In his role as the 88 Smile Designs dentist, Dr. Destine delivers full-scale dentistry care including root canal, crowns, dental implants, veneers, Invisalign®, and much more. Dr. Destine has an approachable air that patients really relate to, and the whole 88 Smile Designs team strives to make the office a fun environment at all times. 

Dr. Destine earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at New York University College of Dentistry in New York City. He’s a member of the American Dental Association and the National Dental Association. In addition to treating a wide range of patients, including celebrity clients, Dr. Destine volunteers his time to educate the community about dentistry. 

Patients from many diverse backgrounds see Dr. Destine for care, and they appreciate conversing with him in any of the four languages he’s fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. 

Dr. Destine uses his wide-ranging skills to give all patients the best in cutting-edge dentistry care. He’s accepting new patients at this time, so use online booking or call 88 Smile Designs to schedule an appointment now.

Deep Community Roots and Extensive Training

Dr. Wynatte Chu has deep ties to the communities of New York City and Westport, where she has been proudly providing dental care since 2004. Born in New York City and raised in Westport, Dr. Chu followed in her father’s footsteps, practicing alongside him before becoming the sole practitioner of the family’s practice.

Dr. Chu earned her bachelor’s degree from Mount Holyoke College and completed graduate studies in molecular biology and genetics at Long Island University, where she was inducted into the Beta Gamma Chapter of the Phi Sigma Biological Honor Society. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at New York University’s College of Dentistry and has continued to advance her skills with specialized training in areas such as Invisalign®, soft tissue lasers, and dental implants.

Commitment to Professional Excellence

Dr. Chu is an active member of several professional organizations, including:

• The American Dental Association
• The Academy of General Dentistry
• The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
• The American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• The New York State Dental Association
• The Connecticut State Dental Association

These affiliations keep Dr. Chu at the forefront of dental advancements, allowing her to offer the latest and most effective treatments to her patients.

Your Partner in Oral Health

Dr. Chu is deeply committed to helping her patients take an active role in their oral health. She provides comprehensive education and information, empowering you to make informed decisions about your dental care. Whether you’re a long-time patient or new to the practice, Dr. Chu welcomes the opportunity to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile.

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our services and see what patients have to say about their experiences with Dr. Wynatte Chu. With convenient locations in New York City and Westport, CT, we’re here to make your journey to a radiant smile as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and take the first step toward a brighter, healthier smile.

The daughter of Dr. Richard Rifkin, the founder of Rifkin Dental, Allison Rifkin, DMD, FAGD wanted to become a dentist from a young age. Dr. Rifkin attended dental school at Boston University, where she graduated magna cum laude. Following graduation, Dr. Rifkin completed a residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.

Dr. Rifkin is a member of the American Dental Association and received her fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). Providing pro bono services to community health centers, Dr. Rifkin began her commitment to the community while receiving her education. She has traveled to Guatemala to help treat patients with limited access to care. She is passionate about continuing education and has studied at the Pankey Institute and Spear Education.

When Dr. Rifkin isn’t at work or studying new dental techniques, she enjoys skiing, golf, and tennis and spending time with her husband, two boys, and their dog, Theo.

Erika Donovan, DMD, sees patients at both Rifkin Dental locations in Yorktown Heights and Carmel, New York. For the past ten years, Dr. Donovan has treated patients with a variety of dental health concerns, and those experiences have guided her to create compassionate dental care.

Since childhood, Dr. Erika Donovan has always had the desire to become a dentist. She spent many hours shadowing, volunteering, and immersing herself in the field before focusing her education on achieving this goal. Dr. Donovan was born and raised in Fort Myers, Florida, before she went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida. Dr. Donovan then ventured north to Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Upon receiving her dental degree, she completed a General Practice residency at the New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, providing further training in general and cosmetic dentistry.

To maintain the highest quality of care for each patient, she continues to challenge herself with a rigorous level of continuing education focusing on cosmetics, full mouth rehabilitations, and updated material sciences. Dr. Donovan loves traveling to Scottsdale, Arizona, to study at the Spear Institute.

With her extensive training and years of experience, Dr. Donovan offers compassionate and quality expertise in restorative dentistry, Invisalign, implantology, rehabilitative dentistry, and esthetics while always focusing on preventive maintenance and overall oral wellness.

It is important to Dr. Donovan to give back to her community. She is a participating provider with the Donated Dental Services organization, providing pro bono care to patients in need. She holds memberships with the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association.

When away from the office, she enjoys reading, yoga, cultural experiences found in travel and cuisine, and creating a loving home for her family.

James Martyniak, DDS, FAGD, FICOI, at Rifkin Dental is committed to providing quality dental services to the Yorktown Heights and Carmel areas of New York. Before joining the Rifkin Dental team in 2004, Dr. Martyniak attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Martyniak then completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.

The dentists at Rifkin Dental believe in the power of continuing education, and Dr. Martyniak is no exception. He recently became a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and is a member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

Following in the footsteps of Dr. Richard Rifkin, the founder of Rifken Dental, Dr. Martyniak plans to earn the honorable Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Martyniak still serves the Montefiore Medical Center as an attending instructor, and spends much of his free time at the gym.

Jaime Patel, DDS, is a general dentist committed to providing high-quality dental care to each patient at Rifkin Dental. Dr. Patel sees patients throughout Carmel and Yorktown Heights, New York.

Born and raised in Westchester County, Dr. Patel continued to Binghamton University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Integrative Neuroscience. During this time, he shadowed and volunteered at local and abroad dental clinics in Haiti, which confirmed his passion for dentistry. 

Dr. Patel received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University College of Dentistry, where he realized his interest in cosmetic and surgical dentistry. He returned to Westchester County to pursue a General Practice Residency at Westchester Medical Center to further his didactic education and clinical skills. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association. 

Since completing his formal education, Dr. Patel has continued to be a lifelong learner with continuing education courses to provide his patients with the most quality, modern, and esthetic treatment options. He focuses on patient education to prevent future dental complications and creates long-lasting patient relationships to ensure each experience is comfortable and enjoyable. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Patel enjoys snowboarding, cooking, and watching the New York Rangers.

Danielle Scheir, DMD, is a kind and knowledgeable dentist who practices at Cosmetic & General Dentistry of New City in New City, New York. She’s the daughter of Joel Scheir, DDS, and works closely with her father to provide their patients with exceptional and compassionate care.

Dr. Scheir graduated from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and earned her dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduating, she finished a general practice residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York City, and deepened her skillset in orthodontic, pediatric, implant, and restorative dentistry.

Dr. Scheir is active in numerous dental organizations and professional societies, including the Psi Omega national professional dental fraternity, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Dental Association. In addition to her excellent education and experience, she brings warmth and compassion to her patient care, creating an exceptional experience with quality results.

Outside of her practice, Dr. Scheir stays active by traveling the world and playing tennis. She also enjoys cheering on the Yankees and Giants, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.