After receiving a DDS degree from the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 1995, Dr. Jill Meyer completed a General Practice Residency program at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital where she trained in all aspects of dentistry.
She worked as an associate clinical instructor at NYU School of Dental Medicine for a few years after completing her residency. She has a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies and Nutritional Sciences from Cornell University.
Dr. Meyer has completed the International Association of Orthodontics two-year mini-residency program, the Biobloc Orthotropic® mini-residency, and over 800 credit hours in continuing education in orthodontics. At the Hindin Center, Dr. Meyer practices family dentistry with a focus on pediatric care and orthodontics/Orthotropics®. She is one of only a few dentists locally working in the emerging field of pediatric dentistry called Orthotropics®, (or Facial Growth Guidance).
This is a treatment that redirects growth of the mid and lower face to a more ideal direction, converting “unfavorable” vertical growth to “favorable” horizontal growth . This is healthier for the child. Dr. Meyer is an active member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, International Association of Orthodontics, North American Association of Facial Orthotropics, and American Academy of Gnathalogical Orthopedics.
She sits on the Board of the International Association of Orthodontics, New England chapter, and the North American Association of Facial Orthotropics. She often lectures on pediatric dental health, facial growth, and orthodontics at dental conferences and parent groups. Dr. Meyer has been involved in numerous community organizations including the Health and Wellness Committee for the Nyack School District, PTA, Inspire Nyack Foundation, pro bono dental screenings in Nyack schools, and treating the elderly at the Rudolph Steiner Fellowship Community in Chestnut Ridge, NY
Disclosures
Financial Disclosure: Jill Meyer receives a speaker fee for this conference, as well other speaking engagements
Non Financial: Jill has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.