Dr. David Bornstein was born and raised in Sidney and graduated from Sidney Central High School in 1951. He was Valedictorian of his class, Student Council President, member of the Honor Society, French and Latin Clubs. Dave participated in many sports and accumulated the highest number of extra-curricular activity points in his Senior Year. After graduating from the University of Michigan and Washington University of Dentistry in St. Louis he returned to Sidney and established a dental practice that continued for 55 years.
Many of Dr. Bornstein's patients say he was a "perfectionist" and that the quality of his dental work was superb. According to his chairside assistant Donna Stringer, for 31 years, Dr. Bornstein loved his work, putting his patients first and focused on their total dental health. His Office Manager Bonnie Wood, for 19 years, commented that he was a "Dental Artist", taking the time and care in the work he provided for each person. In 1994, when Dr. Neil Rothman became ill, Dave accommodated Neil's patients. One year later when Neil's health forced him to retire, Dr. Bornstein's took over the care of his patients.
Dr. Bornstein served on the Board of the Sidney Golf Club, including President, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, and played an active role in the formation of the Tri-Town Theater. He served on the Board of the Community Chest (now the United Way of Sidney), as Chairperson of the Red Cross and was a member of Rotary for 40 years where he also served as President. To encourage full attendance at board meetings, he arranged them as Fireside Chats, rather than "stuffy meetings." His commitment to Rotary was an example of the joy he derived from contributing to his community.
Dr. Bornstein took great pride in his dentistry. Since his professional philosophy was built on preventive dentistry, he was instrumental in introducing fluoride into the Village water system as a preventative measure. Dr. Bornstein was also highly recognized and respected by his peers and colleagues because of his relationship with them.