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Dr. Simmy Arora practices dentistry at Oasis Dental, with offices in Hempstead and Islip, New York. She provides a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry treatments such as teeth whitening, Clear Correct orthodontics, dental implants, dentures, root canals, and tooth extractions.

Dr. Arora was born in Delhi, India, and moved to the US at a young age. Dr. Arora was a Biology Major at California State University, Northridge with a minor in Philosophy. She graduated in 1998 and got accepted to NYU College of dentistry. After graduating from NYU in 2001, she completed her 1-year residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital. Dr. Arora began practicing as an associate in the Bronx and did so for 6 years prior to opening this practice.

In her spare time, Dr. Arora likes to read and paint in her free time, as well as watching movies, reading, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Arora speaks Hindi and Punjabi.

Dr. Pavanjit Chhabra serves patients from throughout Long Island, New York at his practice, Oasis Dental, with offices in Hempstead and Islip, New York. He provides a variety of treatments including cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, Clear Correct, orthodontics, dental implants, dentures, and teeth whitening.

He moved to New York in 1999 for Dental School and attended NYU College of Dentistry, where he earned his DDS degree. He also completed his 1-year residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City. Prior to opening his office in 2008, he worked as an associate in various practices throughout the boroughs.

Dr. Chhabra was born in India and grew up in Bombay. He moved to the US in 1986 at age 13. Dr. Chhabra attended college at California State University, Northridge where he earned a B.S. in Cell Biology and an M.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology. He made lots of friends in LA, often while enjoying many outdoor activities; hiking and camping in Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks, cross country skiing in Yosemite, downhill skiing, and bungee jumping. He also earned his pilot’s license and flew for fun.

Dr. Kanjilal attended dental school at the Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine and completed a two-year residency in general dentistry at the NewYork Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. She is a member of the ADA, NYSDA, AGD, and AACD.

Dr. Kanjilal is passionate about continuing education and is working to become a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). She is particularly interested in learning about restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Kanjilal has also made philanthropy an important part of her professional life by volunteering for many organizations such as Remote Area Medical, the Oral cancer foundation, and Making Strides of Eastern Long Island. Dr. Kanjilal grew up in a creative environment and spent her time performing bhangra and learning Indian classical music. She also enjoys cooking and trying out new cuisines.

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.

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.

Staci Brunell, DMD, (aka "Dr. Staci") is an experienced pediatric dentist at Rifkin Dental in Yorktown Heights, New York.

Dr. Staci earned her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and her dental degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She then completed a one-year general practice residency at Phelps Memorial Hospital through New York Medical College. Following her general dentistry training, Dr. Staci undertook a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, where she served as Chief Resident and consistently volunteered her time and services to promote positive dental health among children and adolescents.  

In 2017, Dr. Staci was the recipient of the prestigious Pediatric Dentistry Award from the New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the New York State Dental Association. Dr. Staci is also proficient in Spanish.

Dr. Staci currently lives in Westchester County with her husband, daughter, and their dog, Nash. When not working, Dr. Staci can be found shopping locally, listening to country music, rooting for her favorite New York sports teams, or spending time with family at the lake or beach.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.