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!
BOARD-CERTIFIED ORAL SURGEON – CHICAGO, IL
Get To Know Dr. Prem Patel
Dr. Prem is able to provide a wide range of oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures in Chicago, including facial trauma repair and reconstruction, dental implant surgery, bone grafting, removal of impacted wisdom teeth, TMJ surgery, and corrective jaw and cosmetic surgery. He deeply enjoys getting to know his patients and working alongside an excellent team that enables him to deliver optimal care every single day. To learn a little more about Dr. Prem, read below.
Dr. Prem was drawn to oral surgery because he liked the precision of dentistry, the science of medicine, and the art of surgery. He knew that becoming an oral surgeon would allow him to blend all these passions and pursue a career where he could make meaningful, long-lasting improvements for his patients, both for their health and appearance.
Dr. Prem received his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he graduated with high honors. He then attended the University of Pennsylvania and obtained his Dental of Medicine Doctorate degree (DMD). During this time, he was awarded several surgical and scholastic distinctions. He was later accepted into the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania’s Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency program. Once admitted, he attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, eventually earning his MD degree. Dr. Prem went on to receive his two-year General Surgery Certificate while completing rotations at the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Today, he is board-certified in both oral and maxillofacial surgery as well as cosmetic surgery.
- American Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Society
- American Medical Association
- American Association Of Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Academy Of Cosmetic Surgery
- American College Of Surgeons
Most of Dr. Prem’s free time is dedicated to his wife, Sonia, and their young son and daughter, Zayn and Zavia. Currently, he and the children are taking swimming lessons (he never learned when he was younger)! When he’s not in the pool, he enjoys working out, traveling, and trying new adventures.
ORTHODONTIST - CHICAGO, IL
Get To Know Dr. Tommy Bond
Dr. Tommy Bond loves transforming smiles and building genuine relationships with patients – it’s a few of the many things that make him an exceptional orthodontist in Chicago! Today, he is board-certified and just as passionate about using his education and training to help others achieve the smiles of their dreams. If you would like to learn more about him, including an interesting task that piqued his interest in dentistry, read on.
While some doctors were inspired by their parents or their own orthodontist, Dr. Bond’s journey to becoming a board-certified orthodontist began at IKEA.
At 18, he arrived at the 320,000-square-foot maze to get some new furniture. After fiddling around with the unlabeled instructions, tiny wood legs, and wrenches, he took a step back and saw clean lines, a beautiful aesthetic, and harmony. The cohesiveness and fluidity of it all were extremely satisfying, especially since the outcome laid in his own hands. Since he was always interested in engineering and architecture, he decided to combine these passions with his love for working with his hands – orthodontics was the perfect fit!
Originally from Virginia, Dr. Bond chose to pursue his studies nearby at Virginia Tech. From there, he studied at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He completed his orthodontic residency in 2020 and became a board-certified orthodontist in 2021. Now, he has additional training in orthopedics and is Invisalign certified as well! Plus, he maintains active memberships with several professional organizations, including:
- American Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Association
- American Academy Of Orthodontists
- American Board Of Orthodontics (Board-Certified)
In his free time, you’ll probably find Dr. Bond walking around the city with an iced coffee or going to the dog park with his French Bulldog, Louis. He also enjoys teaching an indoor cycling class in the city, trying out all of the newest restaurants in the Chicago area, and creating artwork for his home. Here’s an interesting fact about him: he used to race dirt bikes competitively.
GENERAL DENTIST - CHICAGO, IL
Get To Know Dr. Veronica Ramirez
Dr. Ramirez loves coming to Pure Dental Spa every day because she enjoys the clean and calming environment, and she says the knowledgeable staff enables and encourages her to do her absolute best work. With her, your comfort in the dental chair matters just as much as the health of your teeth and the beauty of your smile. To learn a little more about her ahead of your visit, read below.
Dr. Ramirez says that she knew she wanted to become a dentist since she was eight years old. As a child, she spent a lot of time at the dentist’s office and was always fascinated by the technical and artistic aspects of dentistry. Despite her interest, she has few positive memories of her experiences with the doctors and staff. She remembers seeing her grandma’s dentures and being told that it’s normal to not have teeth when you’re old. As she matured, she realized there was a huge dental health disparity in the Hispanic communities. This all motivated her to become a compassionate dental provider who desired to help people from diverse backgrounds achieve healthy smiles.
Dr. Ramirez graduated from Northeastern University, and while there, she interned at the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program. She worked as an oral health coordinator and helped patients bridge the gap between dental and general health care. She went on to earn her dental degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. After that, she practiced in both Virginia and Cleveland before coming back to her native Chicago. Today, she is a proud member of the Hispanic Dental Association.
At home, Dr. Ramirez loves to cook from scratch so she can explore different cuisines firsthand. She also enjoys going for hikes and traveling to the beach or mountainous areas for scenic walks.
