Dr. Raineri graduated with a degree in biology from Kings College in 1976. He then went on to earn his DDS from Temple University in 1980 and subsequently studied the orthodontics specialty at Eastman Dental Center, University of Rochester and graduating in 1982.
That same year, Dr. Raineri was thrilled to be invited to join the premier orthodontic practice in Central New York working under Dr. Donald H. Baxter, one of the pioneering fathers of the orthodontic specialty. This practice became Raineri Orthodontics with offices in Liverpool and Baldwinsville where Dr. Raineri served generations of patients over his accomplished career. Dr. Vitkus joined Dr. Raineri in 2022, and prior to his retirement in 2024 they joined the Liverpool and Baldwinsville offices with Sirius Orthodontics.
In addition to his clinical work, inspired by his own teachers, Dr. Raineri went on to become a professor of orthodontics at the University of Rochester, teaching other orthodontists the principles and practices of maximized esthetics. Formerly an NCAA All-American swimmer, he later became a certified strength and conditioning coach. Currently, he holds advanced Black Belts in martial arts and enjoys long-distance running. He holds a masters degree in neuro linguistic psychology and his research interests are in the interaction of physical appearance, cognitive function, and self-esteem. For Dr. Raineri orthodontics are a tool not just to create beautiful smiles, but also to create beautiful human beings.
Dr. Raineri has been a proud member of the following organizations:
- American Association of Orthodontics
- Northeastern Society of Orthodontics
- American Dental Association
- Department of Plastic Surgery at Upstate Medical Center
- Johnson & Johnson
- US Olympic Committee
Dr. Raineri resides in Liverpool with his wife, Mary. They’ve been married since 1977 and have three adult daughters Jennifer, Kristin and Beth. The couple enjoys spending time with family, including their four grandchildren.
