Dr. Raitzel Bernstein, DDS | Board-Certified Orthodontist
Philosophy
“Every smile is personal. My approach is meticulous and compassionate, pairing evidence-based orthodontics with warm, individualized care at every visit.”
– Dr. Raitzel Bernstein
Credentials at a Glance
- Board Certification: Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics – Verify at ABO Patient Locator
- Specialty Training: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency, Maimonides Medical Center (3 years)
- Hospital/Academic Role: Attending Orthodontist & Instructor, Maimonides Medical Center
- Professional Membership: American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- NPI Registry
Biography
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Raitzel Bernstein is a board-certified orthodontist dedicated to delivering precise, patient-centered care.
She graduated summa cum laude from Touro University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University College of Dentistry, finishing in the top 1% of her class. Her academic excellence earned her induction into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), the National Dental Honor Society, which recognizes students who exemplify the highest standards of scholarship, ethics, and professionalism.
Following dental school, Dr. Bernstein completed a General Practice Residency (GPR) at Mount Sinai Hospital, where she gained advanced training in emergency dentistry, pediatric care, and oral surgery. She then returned to Brooklyn to complete a three-year residency in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics at Maimonides Medical Center, where she now serves as an attending orthodontist and clinical instructor, helping train the next generation of specialists.
As a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Bernstein is committed to clinical excellence and lifelong learning. She stays current with the latest advances in orthodontic biomechanics and clear aligner therapy. Patients know her for her compassionate care, attention to detail, and dedication to creating a warm, personalized orthodontic journey.
Education & Training
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency – Maimonides Medical Center (Attending & Instructor)
- General Practice Residency – Mount Sinai Hospital
- DDS – New York University College of Dentistry (Top 1%, OKU Honor Society)
- BS, Biology – Touro University (Summa Cum Laude)
Public Reputation & Professional Profiles
Beyond the Practice
Outside the office, Dr. Bernstein enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She loves traveling, being outdoors, and cooking with her family.
