Meet the Doctors at Smiles Unlimited
Dr. Richard M. Richman, D.D.S, P.C.
Dr. Richman is an Attending at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (formerly Franklin Hospital Medical Center) where he teaches dental education to patients, doctors and nurses. A member of the American Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Richman’s primary focus is preventive and cosmetic dentistry and he is committed to furthering his knowledge of the field with continuing education.
Expertise: Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry for Adults and Children
Education: Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, NY, D.D.S. awarded 1995
The Rosenthal Institute at the NYU College of Dentistry,
Aesthetic Advantage Program, 2001
Internship: Pediatric Dentistry, Long Island Jewish Hospital, NY, 1994-1995
Residency: General Practice Residency, Peninsula Hospital, NY, 1995-1996
Attending: Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (part of Northwell Health), 1997-present
Dr. Jackie Nussbaum, D.D.S
Specialty: Periodontist
Education: D.D.S. awarded Columbia University, Masters of Science & Certificate in Periodontics, 1997-2000, Columbia University, NY
Residency: Long Island Jewish Hospital, 1995-1996
Dr. Nussbaum performs comprehensive periodontal care to optimize the health of the gums and preserve the bony support of the teeth. Dr. Nussbaum also practices implant dentistry and works alongside the other doctors to fulfill the specific needs of each patient.
Dr. Ira Brand, D.D.S.
Specialty: Endodontics
Education: Certificate in Endodontics awarded 1984, St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center, NYC General Dentistry awarded 1981, Stonybrook, NY
Residency: Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency, Certificate awarded 1982, Peninsula Hospital, NY
Dr. Brand’s practice encompasses all aspects of Endodontics – standard non-surgical “root canal” treatments, re-treatments and post removals when necessary. A member of the American Association of Endodontics, Dr. Brand continually strives for excellence and knowledge by participating in continuing education courses, seminars and meetings.
Dr. Jacqueline H. Simons, D.D.S.
Specialty: Orthodontics
Education: Education: DDS Degree awarded in 1992 from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery. Certificate in Orthodontics awarded in 1995 from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery.
Dr. Simons provides patients with various treatment options to align and straighten teeth to obtain a beautiful and functional smile.
Dr. Bill W. S. Kim, DMD, MSc, DADBA
Specialty: Dental Anesthesiology
Education/Residency:
Dental Anesthesiology Residency, New York Medical College, New York, 2015
General Practice Residency, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, 2009
Doctor of Dental Medicine, McGill University, Montreal Canada 2008
Master of Science in Pharmacology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada 2004
Dr, Kim is a board certified dental anesthesiologist (Diplomate of American Dental Board of Anesthesiology) and provides sedation, general anesthesia and pain control for various patient populations (dental phobic, pediatric, special needs) undergoing dental procedures in both private practice and hospital settings. When not working in private practice, he serves as an attending at Interfaith Medical Center (One Brooklyn Health), teaching general and pediatric dental residents.
Daniel Bienstock, DMD, MD, FACS
Dr. Bienstock is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also an attending Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, New York. Dr. Bienstock earned his MD degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and received his DMD degree from the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine. He has presented at national and international meetings and published his research in a number of peer reviewed journals.
Specialty: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Education: DMD — Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Residency: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at New York Presbyterian
Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center
Dr. Max
Dr. Max is a certified medical therapy dog.
Expertise: Keeping patients relaxed and happy in the dental chair
Education: Therapy Dogs International, December 2023
Residency: Smiles Unlimited Dentistry, P.C., March-December 2023
Dr. Max loves making patients relaxed and happy in the dental chair! He knows that going to the dentist can be an anxious experience for many, but with his sweet disposition and gentle manner, he quickly puts patients at ease, creating a one-of-a-kind dental experience at Smiles Unlimited.
