Smile Like the Birds!
“Quarterbacked” by Dr. Dilip Dudhat, Dudhat Dental Group—the Official Dentist of the Philadelphia Eagles—delivers all the ingredients of a championship-winning dental experience.
Even in the off-season, the Philadelphia Eagles are making plays in the community.
Recently, star running back Saquon Barkley brought his passion for the game to Crawford Stadium in Lansdale, where he led a youth football camp on the turf of North Penn High School—home of the Knights. Barkley was joined by other notable members of the Eagles family, including Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro and Dilip N. Dudhat, D.M.D., DICOI, founder of Dudhat Dental Group and the Official Dentist of the Philadelphia Eagles. For Dr. Dudhat, the event was especially meaningful. A proud alumnus of North Penn High School’s Class of 1991, he returned to his roots not only as a healthcare leader, but also as an inspiration to young athletes and future professionals in his hometown.
More than 700 kids participated in drills, learned fundamentals of the sport, and received lessons in sportsmanship, perseverance, and other qualities sure to help them for the rest of their lives. Dr. Dudhat was thrilled to have Barkley at his alma mater. He had this message for camp attendees: “Be kind, be passionate, love what you do, and take care of people.”
Dr. Dudhat has been doing all those things since immigrating to the United States from his native India. A 1996 graduate of Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry, Dr. Dudhat has built his dental practice into one of the area’s largest and most comprehensive, with an impeccable reputation in the communities it serves. Each of the practice’s 20-plus offices throughout the Philadelphia area offers implant, pediatric, cosmetic, and general dentistry delivered by highly trained dentists, dental hygienists, and other professionals. Working as a team, they strive to understand patients’ needs and priorities in order to deliver the care patients deserve.
In addition, Dudhat Dental Group has gone to great lengths to erase the traditional barriers to treatment for patients of all ages and backgrounds: dental phobias, limited financial means, and limited availability. Each staff member is trained to provide gentle and empathetic care, including sedation options to help fearful patients feel at ease throughout their procedures. The practice also offers multiple payment options, including an in-house payment plan, to make treatment as affordable as possible.
Dr. Dudhat first started practicing dentistry nearly 30 years ago, and his passion for health care and his vision for the industry’s future remain strong. Whether someone needs a six-month cleaning and exam or an advanced procedure, such as dental implants or the treatment of periodontal disease, Dudhat Dental Group strives to deliver care patients can trust. Dr. Dudhat and his team have completed more than 10,000 surgical implants, along with more than 20,000 implant restorations to address implant-specific complications. They also offer transformative solutions such as veneers and advanced smile makeovers, as well as options to address issues such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
No matter the need, Dr. Dudhat and his team have every tool at their disposal to personalize treatments that have the potential to help patients achieve their dentistry goals: improving the aesthetics of their smile, boosting their self-esteem, and enhancing their quality of life.
Dr. Dudhat believes strongly in continuing education and the adoption of the latest technology to improve treatment. Patients in need of dental implants, for example, benefit from 3D imaging and the YOMI® robotic dental implant system, which is designed to deliver precise implant placement and more predictable outcomes. For regular six-month cleanings, the practice has adopted AIRFLOW®, a Swiss-made technology that uses a highly effective combination of compressed air, water, and fine powder to address discoloration and remove stubborn stains; it also removes dental biofilm, the primary factor behind cavities, periodontal disease, and other unwanted conditions that can compromise a patient’s dental health.
“When someone decides to trust us with their dental care, we see that as a great honor—and that’s why we’re going to do everything we can to give patients the best possible experience,” Dr. Dudhat says. “From continually improving our skill sets to adopting the latest technology, we’ll do whatever it takes to address a patient’s needs and improve the experience of going to the dentist.”
Dudhat Dental Group also stands out for its work with the Philadelphia Eagles. The practice is a proud supporter of the Eagles Autism Foundation and its dedication to research, advocacy, empathy, and unity. Before the November 2024 game against the Dallas Cowboys, Dudhat Dental Group hosted 94WIP Afternoon with Ike, Spike, and Fritz remote radio broadcast with special guest Reed Blankenship at the Lansdale Family Dentistry location. The event raised more than $8,000 for the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Dr. Dudhat’s patient list includes members of the Eagles team. A long-time supporter of Philadelphia’s sports teams, Dr. Dudhat has been the Official Dentist of the Philadelphia Eagles since 2021. Whether a member of the team needs dental care for an on-field injury or treatment for standard wear and tear, the Eagles rely on Dudhat Dental Group to keep their smiles and oral health in “game shape.” That said, Dr. Dudhat wants every patient to feel comfortable having their smiles cared for with the utmost care, skill, and compassion.
“The mouth is the gateway to the body,” he says. “By that I mean the health of the mouth can affect the health of the body. That’s why it’s so important to have someone you can trust to take good care of your smile and your overall oral health. We’re here to offer the best possible dental experience to all of our patients, whether you’re one of our neighbors or an elite athlete like one of the Eagles.”
For more information about Dudhat Dental Group and its offices throughout the Philadelphia area, visit PhiladelphiaEaglesDentist.com.
For more information about Dudhat Dental Group and its offices throughout the Philadelphia area, visit PhiladelphiaEaglesDentist.com.
Photo courtesy of Dudhat Dental Group
Published (and copyrighted) in Suburban Life, June 2025.
