Meet Dr. Eltink, Orthodontist & Owner of Buffalo Grove Orthodontics
Buffalo Grove Orthodontics (formerly Weintraub & Eltink Orthodontics) has been serving the Buffalo Grove community and the surrounding Northwest Suburbs for over four decades. Dr. Eltink brings elite academic training, and a clear philosophy to every patient: recommend orthodontic treatment only when it is truly needed. He is passionate about creating healthy, confident smiles, and equally committed to making sure every patient understands their options, their timeline, and their care. Whether you're a child just starting to be monitored or an adult ready for a new smile, you're in exceptionally capable hands.
Dr. Tony Eltink, Orthodontist & Practice Owner
Dr. Eltink received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Notre Dame before continuing his
education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where he graduated as valedictorian of
his class and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.
He completed his orthodontic residency and obtained a Master of Science in Oral Sciences from the University
of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC). Dr. Eltink served on the faculty of the UIC College of
Dentistry for a decade and continues to return as a guest lecturer, a reflection of his ongoing commitment to
advancing the profession. He has also taught courses for dentists and orthodontists at both national and
international levels throughout his career.
Dr. Eltink is an Invisalign Platinum Provider, one of the highest distinctions Invisalign awards, reflecting
both the volume and complexity of cases he treats using the Invisalign clear aligner system. Buffalo Grove
Orthodontics has maintained Platinum status continuously since 2002, making Dr. Eltink one of the most
experienced Invisalign providers in Buffalo Grove and the Northwest Suburbs.
Dr. Eltink is deeply committed to staying at the forefront of orthodontic technology. From digital scanning
and 3D printing to AI-assisted treatment planning and remote monitoring through DentalMonitoring, he
continuously integrates the latest advancements to deliver care that is more precise, more efficient, and more
comfortable for every patient.
Outside the office, Dr. Eltink enjoys spending time with his wife and children, caring for his indoor plants
and outdoor garden, walking his dog, traveling, and strength training, with a focus on feeling his best for
the long haul.
Dr. Neil Weintraub, Orthodontist, Retiring November 2026
Dr. Weintraub founded Buffalo Grove Orthodontics in 1982, building a practice rooted in clinical excellence
and genuine patient care that has served the Buffalo Grove, Illinois community for over four decades. He
earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois, majoring in Biology with a minor in
Chemistry, and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree cum laude from Loyola University Dental School.
He completed his orthodontic residency and earned a Master of Science degree from Northwestern University
Dental School. Dr. Weintraub also held a faculty teaching position in Northwestern's Graduate Orthodontic
Department, where he trained more than 100 orthodontic specialists and over 1,000 dental students, a testament
to the depth of knowledge he brings to every patient he sees at Buffalo Grove Orthodontics.
Dr. Weintraub has lectured extensively at both national and international levels on advanced orthodontic
topics, including complex cases that involve coordinating orthodontic treatment with jaw surgery for patients
with significant bite issues.
In his free time, Dr. Weintraub enjoys working on classic cars, home remodeling, swimming, traveling, and
spending time with his daughters and grandchildren in California.