Smita B. Patel, DDS
"I hope to educate my patients about what it takes to have a healthy mouth and healthy body – and deliver the same. I love people. My patients sense that and, in return, they refer me their friends and family."
Dr. Patel has continuously been at the forefront of the latest dental developments, techniques and treatments available. In more than 30 years of practice, Dr. Patel has earned a reputation as a skilled, gentle, caring dentist from her peers and patients alike. She understands and believes in the need for personal attention and gentle treatment of each patient. She is fluent in Spanish, English, Hindi and Gujarati.
Dr. Patel has had extensive training and experience in orthodontics and implant surgery. Her other academic achievements include:
Certification in orthodontia/orthopedics from United States Dental Institute, certificate in orthodontia and advanced orthodontia from Mid-America Ortho Society, training in sleep apnea treatment, dental implants by Professional Development Concept, Invisalign by Align Technologies, implants by Nobel Biocare, implants by Perio Institute, Implant Dentistry Continuum by IDS, cosmetic dentistry, veneers and Lumineers® by DenMet.
Certification: Orthopedic and Advanced Orthodontic Dentistry, United States Dental Institute and Mid-America Orthodontic Society
DDS: State University of New York at Buffalo, NY
Member: Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, International Congress of Oral Implantology, Illinois Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society
Dr. Patel has passion for dentistry and loves spending time with her family and community; she truly cares for patients. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, dancing, exercise, cooking, shopping and family picnics.
Smita B. Patel, DDS
Dr. Raav
I enjoy challenging cases and helping patients improve their lives. I give my all to them every day. I love the attention to detail and the hard work that comes with it.”
Dr. Raav was born and raised in Illinois the son of Dr. Smita and Bhupendra Patel. Dr. Raav attended Loyola University Chicago for his undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Science in Biology. Dr. Raav is a multiple time Dean’s List recipient while attending Loyola. Dr. Raav grew up at the Franklin park office. Many of the longtime patients of the office have known Dr. Raav since he was a kid. He has always shown a tenacity for problem solving and helping people and has wisdom beyond his years. Dr. Raav graduated from Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College where he met his wife and fellow dental associate Dr. Bhalani and they both immediately joined the family practice after graduating in 2022. While attending dental school, Dr. Raav was accepted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Beta Mu Chapter in recognition for being at the top of his class and showing exceptional clinical skills and dedication.
Dr. Raav obtained his DDS from Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College. Dr. Raav is a member of the ADA, ISDS, CDS.
Dr. Raav lives and breathes dentistry, he is always finding new ways to improve and refine his craft to deliver top of the line care to his patients including learning spanish to better communicate with his spanish speaking patients. In his free time, he is an avid sports fan, especially baseball and football. He also loves taking continuing education courses with his wife Dr. Bhalani in order to improve the treatment he delivers to his patients.
Dr. Aakash Raav
Dr. Bhalani
“I believe in educating my patients so they know all their options regarding their oral health and I really love cosmetic dentistry making my patients smile with the confidence they deserve.”
Dr. Bhalani grew up in Fayetteville North Carolina, home of the famous Fort Bragg military installation . Dr. Bhalani attended East Carolina University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She attended Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College where she met her husband Dr. Raav. She graduated dental school and joined the family practice in 2022. Dr. Bhalani has dedicated countless hours volunteering for different community health organizations in efforts to make a positive impact in the North Carolina community and hopes to continue making that impact here in the Chicagoland community.
Dr. Bhalani obtained her DDS from Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College. Dr. Bhalani is a member of ADA, ISDS, CDS.
Dr. Bhalani enjoys travel and spending time with family and friends. She had a passion for arts and crafts from a young age which steered a pathway for her to become the dentist she is today. She also loves to read and is always looking to build on her educational background
Dr. Janki Bhalani
For your complete and personalized dental healthcare needs, visit Patel Family Dentistry in Franklin Park, IL. Call (847) 455-4750 or fill out our online Request an Appointment form to schedule your consultation with our doctors.