Dr. Joseph J Safirstein, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1285888172
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About This Provider
Dr. Joseph "Joe" Safirstein is a board-certified orthodontist in Portland with 18 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He completed his specialty training at Oregon Health and Sciences University and is deeply committed to education—he's been a faculty member at OHSU's graduate orthodontic program for 16 years and mentors the next generation of dental professionals. Dr. Joe is also passionate about giving back, having led dental mission trips to places like Indonesia and served on the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry's Alumni Board. He's currently accepting new patients and brings warmth, expertise, and a genuine dedication to his work to every patient who walks through his door.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Orthodontics Residency - Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU), Portland, Oregon (2001)
- University of Florida (undergraduate)
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - University of Tennessee College of Dentistry (1999)
- Ohsu — Residency Hospital (2001)
- University Of Tennessee Health Sciences Center — Medical School (1999)
- University Of Florida — Undergraduate School (1995)
Board Certifications
- Board-certified orthodontist (inferred from text)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 11/05/2008
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Online banking system of treated cases (for education, research, and outcomes assessment)
Professional Memberships
- Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists (Chair of Admissions Committee, Northwest Component)
- University of Tennessee College of Dentistry Alumni Board of Trustees (former President)
Awards & Recognition
- 2025 Outstanding Alumnus Award Winner (UTHSC)
Beyond the Office
Faculty member at OHSU graduate orthodontic department for 16 years
Dental mission trips including Raja Ampat, Indonesia (built dental clinic and provided care)
Mentorship of aspiring dental students
Leadership at Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists
Known as 'Dr. Joe' to his patients
Grew up in Clearwater, Florida
Eighth member of his family to earn a dental degree
Became a certified orthodontic assistant at age 12 in his father's orthodontic practice
Refers to his 1999 graduating class as 'the best graduating class ever'
Married to Dr. Lauren Safirstein, also a board-certified orthodontist
Has three children: Jack (young son), Samantha (works on National Security Council at the White House), and Jacob (Juilliard-trained composer based in New York)
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