Get To Know Our Experts
Our team of dentists at Pure Dental Spa has a variety of specialized training and education in different areas of their fields, allowing us to provide truly comprehensive care for patients of all ages in Chicago, IL. Not only do we have general dentists in Lincoln Park to take care of your loved ones’ preventive dental concerns, but we also have an oral maxillofacial surgeon, orthodontist, and endodontists on staff to tackle your more specialized needs. You can learn more about our unique team below.
FOUNDER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR – CHICAGO, IL
Get To Know Dr. Rajul Patel
Dr. Patel first opened the doors to our Chicago dental office in 2010, and well over a decade later, she still finds plenty of fulfillment in enhancing smiles and helping patients rediscover their self-confidence! If you’re ready to start working towards better, brighter teeth, don’t hesitate to give her a call here in Lincoln Park. You can also learn more about her by continuing to read below.
While in college, Dr. Patel had a physics lab partner who introduced her to her sister. The sister worked as a dentist and was currently searching for an assistant. At that time, Dr. Patel wasn’t sure if she wanted to pursue the medical field or dentistry in particular – but she started working for her and was quickly inspired! Whether through alleviating dental pain or completely transforming a smile, the dentist was able to change people’s lives for the better every single day, and she wanted to provide that same level of immediate gratification. The rest, they say, is history.
After graduating from Loyola University in Chicago, Dr. Patel pursued her dental doctorate at New York University College of Dentistry. Continuing education has been very important to her over the years; she’s completed numerous workshops with Spear Education, along with training in CEREC, BOTOX, oral conscious sedation, Invisalign, and more. Currently, she is a member of the American Dental Association and the Illinois State Dental Society.
- American Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Society
- American Medical Association
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
At home, Dr. Patel and her husband have a young daughter and son, as well as their 10-year-old Boxer. When she isn’t busy caring for patients, you can typically find her taking the kids to museums or spending a family day at the beach. She also loves listening to almost any kind of music live!
GENERAL DENTIST – CHICAGO, IL
Get To Know Dr. Sayali Patankar
Dr. Sayali Patankar brings a refreshing blend of clinical precision and contagious optimism to every patient experience. Known for her “obnoxiously positive” attitude (her words, not ours!), she creates a space where patients feel genuinely heard, understood, and cared for. Her approach is human-first and heart-led—because dentistry, to her, is about more than teeth; it’s about trust, transformation, and connection
Dr. Patankar’s interest in dentistry was sparked by childhood visits to her orthodontist and pediatric dentist—two providers who made her feel confident, safe, and seen. Those early experiences lit a fire that’s never gone out. Today, she carries that same energy forward, crafting thoughtful, transparent care that helps people feel empowered about their health and their smile.
A proud Chicagoland native, Dr. Patankar earned both her undergraduate and dental degrees at the University of Illinois at Chicago. After nearly a decade of rigorous training, she expanded her professional journey in Dallas, where she refined her clinical skills and discovered a love for travel, culture, and connection.
A curious traveler with a global perspective, Dr. Patankar has explored nearly every continent alongside her husband, making memories and collecting stories along the way. Closer to home, she loves discovering new restaurants, enjoying Chicago’s neighborhoods, and finding joy in small, meaningful moments. Her warm, approachable nature carries through everything she does—making her someone patients trust from the very first visit.
