Meet the Team
Dr. Paul Lukawski, D.D.S, is a native Chicagoan and has been practicing dentistry in Chicago and the surrounding communities since 1989. Dr. Lukawski received his Bachelors of Science degree from DePaul University in 1985, and his Doctorate in Dentistry from Loyola University of Chicago in 1989. His first office was located inChicago where he practiced for 12 years. (1991-2003).
Dr. Lukawski opened Prairie Dental, Ltd. In 2001. He then practiced in both Chicago and Plainfield for two years. He has been exclusively practicing in Plainfield since 2003, when he and his wife Ellen ( a nurse clinical specialist for Heartland Cardiology at Provena St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Joliet, Illinois) made Plainfield their place of residence.
Dr. Lukawski takes the time to listen to your concerns and explains all of your treatment options. He believes that patients are entitled to al of the information needed in order to make good choices about their oral health. This approach is based upon a personal commitment to the welfare of his patients.
Kim, our Office Manager, brings over 20 years of experience within the dental industry. Her professionalism and warm personality heightens the level of customer service to new and refreshing levels here at Prairie Dental, Ltd. Kim’s broad understanding of dental technology, healthcare benefits, and treatment alternatives provide a wealth of knowledge for patients as they consider their oral health options. Her and her husband are proud parents of three wonderful children. She enjoys gardening, decorating, and camping.
Jill is one of our Dental Hygienists. She brings over 15 years of experience to our practice. She graduated from harper College in 2003 with Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene and later went on to earn her Bachelors Degree in Science in Healthcare Leadership from National Lewis University. Jill has been a member of her professional organization, The American Dental Hygienists Association, since graduation and she is proud to be a past president of the North Suburban Dental Hygienists Society. She is certified in Local Anesthetic and CPR and is skilled in providing Periodontal Therapy with the use of Laser Antimicrobial Irrigation. She attributes her love of dentistry to being around it her whole life. her father and mother worked in dentistry for 40 years. In her free time, Jill enjoys spending time with her husband of 13 years and her two children. She also enjoys traveling, cheering her children on at their sporting events, and being involved in her daughter’s Girl Scout Troop.