Dr. Cheirif was born in Mexico City, where he attended the Autonomous University of Mexico Dental School, andgraduatedcum laude and the valedictorian of his class in 1981. He was awarded the Lincoln-Juarez scholarship, which enabled him to complete a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at New York University Dental School, as well as his Doctorate of Dental Sciences.
Dr. Cheirif has been an associate clinical professor at New York University for more than ten years, an assistant clinical professor of surgery at New York University Medical Center, and a pediatric dental consultant at the Institute ofReconstructive Plastic Surgery at NYU Medical Center. He has also authored several scientific publications and lectured nationally and internationally on several subjects in pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Cheirif lives in Roslyn with his wifeBonnieand his rescue dog, Jeter. He is the proud father of three grown daughters: Samantha, Jessica and Jordana. As well he welcomed his first grandson in April 2021.He is an avid sports enthusiast and enjoys stayingin top physical shape. Dr. Cheirif is fluent in English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Yiddish.