Bella Pinkatz, DDS, is a board-certified dentist with over 20 years of experience. She founded Kew Gardens Dental P.C. in 2008 and has served the Kew Gardens, New York community ever since. 

Dr. Pinkatz earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City. After graduating, she entered private practice and discovered her passion for making dental care accessible and enjoyable for all.

At Kew Gardens Dental P.C., Dr. Pinkatz and her team strive to create a comfortable, relaxing environment. She takes the time to understand each patient’s unique needs, crafting personalized treatment plans and working to establish life-long relationships.

Dr. Pinkatz sees both adults and children so the whole family can enjoy convenient, high-quality dental care in one place. From dental restoration and teeth cleaning to cosmetic treatments and whitening, patients of all ages can be confident in her capable hands.

Dr. Pinkatz takes pride in her work and has been honored as a Top Dentist in New York. She is fluent in English and Russian.

Dr. Mrudula Pingili, D.D.S., is a top-rated dentist offering state-of-the-art care for patients of all ages at Dental Cosmetic Concepts in Hillsborough, NJ, and North Brunswick Dental Concepts in North Brunswick, NJ. Both practices feature the most advanced technology, enabling Dr. Pingili to offer an array of treatment options, including Invisalign® orthodontics, dentures, Zoom whitening, wisdom teeth extractions, root canal therapy and other endodontics procedures, bridges, crowns, and dental implants.

After receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University College of Dentistry, Dr. Pingili began practicing in the Greater New York City metro area before opening her private practices in North Jersey. As a top-rated dentist, Dr. Pingili is dedicated to offering advanced, compassionate dental care based on each patient’s unique needs and treatment objectives for better oral health and a more attractive, more confident smile.

Dr. Pingili welcomes the opportunity to care for new patients and her practices accept most major dental insurance plans.

Maria-Teresa Ioannou, DDS, is the founder and lead dentist of Vida Dental Spa. After working in various offices throughout New York, Dr. Ioannou realized people needed a new experience in dental offices. 

It wasn’t just modern dentistry that patients needed. Though fully certified and trained in the latest dental technology, Dr. Ioannou saw a gap in the practice of dentistry that neglected the holistic and whole being of the patient. She truly cares about her patients and wants them to feel their best both physically and emotionally. Having a beautiful smile is fundamental to achieving that balance.

Dr. Ioannou received her dental degree from New York University in 2002. Following dental school, she did a one-year training at Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami, Florida, where she also interned at Jackson Trauma Hospital.

After finishing her residency, Dr. Ioannou moved back to New York City with her husband and began working in Queens and Manhattan to be close to her family. 

In the fall of 2006, while she was on maternity leave with her first child, Dr. Ioannou went back to NYU and completed the Advanced Level of Dentistry at the Rosenthal Institute. She spent a year studying the art and science behind smile design, becoming proficient in veneers, implants, cosmetic bonding, and teeth whitening. She continues her studies with courses and lectures in the many cutting-edge dentistry advances today. 

When Dr. Ioannou isn’t at the office, she spends her time with her husband and four children.

Vida Dental is a luxurious dental practice in Whitestone, New York, offering patients a one-of-a-kind experience for their oral health care. Led by dentist and founder Maria-Teresa Ioannou, DDS, the practice strives to make patients comfortable in the dental chair and ready to return for any dental services they need in the future. 

Patients of Vida Dental are immediately greeted by a calming environment the moment they walk through the door. The practice has a soothing soundtrack, diffusers for aromatherapy, and freshly brewed teas in the waiting room. Every service includes a gentle head and facial treatment with massage oils, jelly pads for patients’ eyes, and a hot, scented face towel upon completion. 

Vida Dental offers every basic dental service a patient may need from the time they turn 12. These services include preventive dental cleanings and X-rays, fillings for cavities, and endodontic procedures. Patients can also explore additional cosmetic or elective options like custom veneers, dental implants for tooth replacement, and Invisalign® for crooked teeth according to their goals. 

Dr. Ioannou specializes in Botox® injections for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), often resulting from years of teeth grinding or joint conditions like arthritis. Patients can enjoy this service as they watch movies or listen to music for entertainment. Vida Dental puts your comfort first, offering the option for sedation with various services. 

Call Vida Dental or schedule your unique dental experience online today.

Deepa Madhavan Ipektchi, DDS, is a general dentist and dental sleep medicine specialist bringing over 20 years of experience to Chase Dental Sleepcare. She serves patients at the following offices: Oakland Gardens (Queens) and Commack (Long Island).

As a board-certified dental sleep specialist, Robert B. Garelick, DDS, provides safe and effective treatment for sleep apnea, snoring, and other sleep breathing disorders at Chase Dental Sleepcare. He currently treats patients at the following locations in New York: East Meadow and Hicksville in Long Island; Oakland Gardens in Queens; Yorkville in Manhattan; Yonkers; and Staten Island, NY. Dr. Garelick is dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive dental sleep medicine to patients.

Dr. Garelick attended the State University of New York at Albany where he studied chemistry and business administration. He then enrolled at the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1980. Dr. Garelick completed his general practice residency at the Montefiore Medical Center Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. 

In addition to his work in patient care, Dr. Garelick continues to pursue the latest innovations in the field of dental sleep medicine. He received his diplomate from The American Sleep and Breathing Academy in 2017. Dr. Garelick is also an active member in the American Dental Association, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorder Discipline, New Jersey Dental Sleep Academy, and the New York State Dental Society. 

In Dr. Garelick's Spare time he enjoys golf, reading, and spending time with his family. He recently welcomed his first grandchild. 

Alicia Schraner, DDS, was born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania, then moved to New York City to attend college. New York is where you’ll still find her today, practicing general and cosmetic dentistry at Yonkers Dental Arts in Yonkers, just north of New York City in Westchester County.

Dr. Schraner attended New York University for her undergraduate studies in biology, then remained at NYU for dental school. While in dental school, she worked at NYU’s Dental Faculty Practice, a progressive dental center that offers comprehensive dental services from a large team of dentists, endodontists, oral surgeons, and other dental professionals from NYU’s College of Dentistry. She was also involved with NYU’s dental outreach programs and awarded honors in aesthetic dentistry.

After graduating from dental school, Dr. Schraner completed her general dentistry residency at NYU Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she treated children, adults, and special-needs patients.

To keep up with the latest dental technology and advancements, Dr. Schraner regularly attends continuing education courses. She’s also an active member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

When she’s not treating patients, Dr. Schraner enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, and exploring New York City.

Wayne Hofflich, DDS, is a highly regarded dentist and has established himself as one of the most sought after dental providers in Southern Westchester. He provides advanced cosmetic, surgical, and general dentistry services at SmileBoutique in Mount Vernon, New York. 

Dr. Hofflich earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry in New York. After graduation, Dr. Hofflich completed a comprehensive residency in general dentistry and oral surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center (BIMC) in New York. 

During the latter part of his residency, Dr. Hofflich was elected as chief dental resident and president of house staff. Not only did Dr. Hofflich rotate through medical and dental specialties during this time, but he also oversaw the day-to-day administrative duties of all residents and interns at BIMC. Dr. Hofflich went on to serve as the attending dentist at BIMC.

Staying up-to-date with advancements in dentistry and continuing his education is important to Dr. Hofflich. His constant drive for knowledge and expanded cosmetic dental training give Dr. Hofflich the ability to help patients achieve the smile of their dreams. 

Dr. Hofflich holds professional memberships with the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, among others. Additionally, Dr. Hofflich serves as a member of the insurance committees in the New York County Dental Society, representing Manhattan, as well as Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Sullivan counties.

When he’s away from the clinic, Dr. Hofflich enjoys spending time with his family. He resides in Westchester with his wife and children.

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.

As a board-certified dental sleep specialist, Robert B. Garelick, DDS, provides safe and effective treatment for sleep apnea, snoring, and other sleep breathing disorders at Chase Dental Sleepcare. He currently treats patients at the following locations in New York: East Meadow and Hicksville in Long Island; Oakland Gardens in Queens; Yorkville in Manhattan; Yonkers; and Staten Island, NY. Dr. Garelick is dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive dental sleep medicine to patients.

Dr. Garelick attended the State University of New York at Albany where he studied chemistry and business administration. He then enrolled at the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1980. Dr. Garelick completed his general practice residency at the Montefiore Medical Center Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. 

In addition to his work in patient care, Dr. Garelick continues to pursue the latest innovations in the field of dental sleep medicine. He received his diplomate from The American Sleep and Breathing Academy in 2017. Dr. Garelick is also an active member in the American Dental Association, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorder Discipline, New Jersey Dental Sleep Academy, and the New York State Dental Society. 

In Dr. Garelick's Spare time he enjoys golf, reading, and spending time with his family. He recently welcomed his first grandchild. 

Hinna Chaudhry, DMD, provides expert general and cosmetic dentistry services to patients at Ardsley Dental Spa, located in Ardsley, New York. She is highly attentive to detail, and aims to bring a spa-like level of calm to all her patients.

Dr. Chaudhry knew at a very early age that she wanted to be a dentist. Her childhood dentist and orthodontist introduced her to the field, and it immediately captured her attention. With the motivation and drive to reach her dream job, she was accepted into an accelerated dental program during her senior year of high school. This determination is something that still motivates Dr. Chaudhry's practice and everyday life. She is always striving to do more, learn more, and help more.

Dr. Chaudhry obtained a bachelor's degree in Biology from Rutgers University in three years and immediately started dental school at New Jersey Dental School. She received her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry in 2010, graduating with honors. Dr. Chaudhry continues her education to this day by continually learning new technologies, techniques, and procedures. She is always trying to stay ahead of the game to provide a variety of services for her patients.

Dr. Chaudhry maintains memberships with a plethora of dental and non-dental organizations. She continues to perfect not just dental procedures but also cosmetic facial injectable and TMJ/Migraine treatments. She has also been trained to help patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea who are unable to tolerate their CPAP. Dr. Chaudhry is a certified Invisalign provider who continues learning advanced Invisalign techniques and also utilizes the iTero digital scanner in her practice.

In addition to being passionate about dentistry, Dr. Chaudhry is even more passionate about helping others and giving back to the community. She has been volunteering overseas since 2011 and is now clinical co-coordinator for a yearly dental mission trip to Jamaica, where she treats hundreds of children and adults who do not have access to dental care. She is also eager to achieve her dream of beginning her very own non-profit organization here in Westchester County, which will have a focus to help survivors of domestic violence.

During her free time, when she is not seeing patients or working on her charities, you can find Dr. Chaudhry running around the park with her little dog, Floyd. She knows the little things in life are the most important and tries to spend as much time as possible with her family.

Dr. Sever has been proudly serving Westchester families since 2014. He received his undergraduate education at Fordham University in the Bronx, and his dental education at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine in Long Island. He then returned to the Bronx to complete his General Practice Residency at Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was honored to be bestowed the Dr. DM Silane Resident of the Year Award at graduation. Dr. Sever has further advanced his training in restorative and esthetic dentistry at the prestigious Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida, where he has completed their Essentials Curriculum, and is currently working his way through their Masters Series. Outside of his own practice, Dr. Sever is on staff as an attending dentist at his former residency, where he helps train the next generation of dentists, as well as helps oversee full-mouth dental rehabilitation cases of the community's special needs population in the operating room.  

In his spare time, Dr. Sever enjoys trying out new recipes in the kitchen, traveling, and playing with his dog.

Meet Dr. Malkis

Avi Malkis at Larchmont Family Dental brightens smiles in Larchmont and Westchester County, providing comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages. He specializes in cosmetic restorations, implants, crowns, and bridges. Invisalign®-certified and trained in multiple implant systems including Zimmer, Straumann, and Nobel Biocare, Dr. Malkis is a highly skilled expert in cosmetic and restorative dentistry.

After completing undergraduate coursework at Brooklyn College, Dr. Malkis attended the New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) to obtain his doctor of dental surgery.

While at NYU, he was given an award for Most Outstanding Senior Dental Student by the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, completed academic research on the subject of bleeding complications under Dr. Michael Turner, and earned academic honors in both head and neck anatomy and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Malkis received “Most Outstanding Student with a focus on Oral Surgery" honors and graduated in the top 10% of his class in 2010. While at NYUCD, Dr. Malkis did humanitarian work by providing underserved people in Nicaragua with dental care.

In addition to his work as a dentist, Dr. Malkis has broad experience in teaching and research. He spent a year as a tutor for first-year dental students in the Head and Neck Anatomy course at NYUCD, and also as a teaching assistant for first-year dental students in the General Dentistry Simulation I Clinic. In his free time, Dr. Malkis stays fit by running, weight lifting, and enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children.