Your Capital Region Orthodontist
Meet Dr. Hiral Rakholia
Dr. Rakholia and her family immigrated to the United States in 2008, and she’s proud to be a first-generation college graduate—and the first doctor in her family. Watching her parents work tirelessly throughout her high school and college years served as a constant source of motivation. Their sacrifices inspired her to work hard and strive for excellence in everything she do, with the goal of making them proud.
Dr. Rakholia discovered her passion for orthodontics during college, and that dream has fueled her through years of rigorous education and training.
Orthodontics isn’t just her profession—it’s her. She feels incredibly grateful to wake up each day and do what she loves: helping people gain confidence through their smiles and making a meaningful difference in their lives.
Education & Experience
- Rutgers University – Bachelor’s Degree
- Rutgers University – Master’s Degree
- New York University College of Dentistry – Doctor of Dental Surgery (Graduated Top 10%, Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society)
- Roseman University of Health Sciences – Orthodontic Residency
Outside of the Office
After spending most of her life on the East Coast, the desert heat of Las Vegas was a big change—and she was eager to return home and be closer to her loved ones. Family is incredibly important to her, and she now cherishes every opportunity to spend quality time with them after being away for three years.
Outside of work, Dr. Rakholia enjoys exploring new places, especially hiking trails and travel destinations. She also love helping her mom with gardening every year, and embracing creativity in my free time. She recently married the love of my life, and is beyond excited to begin this new chapter—building a career she’s always dreamed of while starting a life with her dream partner.