Meet the Doctors

Richard Poller, DMD

General Dentist / Owner and Dental Director

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, 1983

Haim Tawil MSE, MDS, DMD

Specialist in Orthodontics

Dr. Tawil began his college education at Rutgers University, where he studied bioengineering. He attended the University of Pennsylvania, and received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine, as well as his master’s in engineering there.

During his studies, Dr. Tawil realized that dentistry and engineering come together in the field of orthodontics. He returned to Rutgers to complete a comprehensive three-year residency program in orthodontics and a master’s in dental science. During his final year of residency, Dr. Tawil served as the chief resident.

Dr. Tawil now lives in Bergen County with his wife, a nurse, and their two daughters. Dr. Tawil enjoys family hikes, playing baseball, fishing, and reading antique dental books.

Vivian Chiu, DDS

General Dentist

Dr. Vivian Chiu is an experienced general dentist who will take the time to provide comprehensive dental care for you. She is passionate about giving you the best care you deserve.

Dr. Chiu attended Columbia University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry, magna cum laude, in biological sciences. She continued her training in dentistry at New York University, where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. She completed her residency at New York University College of Dentistry/Bellevue NYC Hospital.

Dr. Chiu has been the dental director at The Apprehensive Patient in Clifton since March 2002. She looks forward to meeting you!