Dr. Louis Kaufman, DDS
NPI 1336218817 · named on the practice's website
General dentist · Hyde Park
Smile Design Studio Of Hyde Park LLC
1525 E 53rd St #734, Chicago, IL 60615, United States
4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Opening hours below
Reviews
4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
4–5 stars: 91% · 1–2 stars: 7% · 247 written reviews
Last 12 months: 29 reviews · 90% 4–5 stars · Replies: 40% of reviews · 3 of 18 one- and two-star
33mention friendly, welcoming staff
11mention a clean office
10mention gentle, thorough cleanings
Scheduling accounts point both ways
Some reviewers describe quick urgent visits, while others recount weeks-long waits for cleanings or difficulty booking when the office was short a hygienist.
How the visit felt
10Gentle, thorough cleanings
6A gentle touch
Staff and office
33Friendly, welcoming staff
11A clean office
6An honest dentist
Getting seen
6Being fitted in at short notice
Why patients came
8Being patients for years
Specialist registration for gum care
The registry identifies a specialist for gum treatment at this practice, which may matter if gum care is a priority.
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Veneers & cosmetic
Listed on its business profile · Listed category: Cosmetic dentist
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Gum treatment
Specialist taxonomy in the NPI registry
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Also listed on its website
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Dental implants
Federal Open Payments records link a confirmed dentist to the treatment's maker
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Braces & Invisalign
Federal Open Payments records link a confirmed dentist to the treatment's maker
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Emergency dentist
Listed on its business profile
How it compares in Chicago
- One- and two-star reviews
- 7%of 247 written reviews
- A higher share than 61% of Chicago practices
- Middle Chicago practice: 5%
- Replies to reviews
- 40%of written reviews get a reply (3 of 18 one- and two-star)
- More replies than 56% of Chicago practices
- Middle Chicago practice: 33%
Cost and paying
No prices on its website
Ways to pay
- Accepts payment plans (its business profile)
- Accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile pay (its business profile)
Who you'll see
Equipment and memberships
- Equipment and treatments on its website
- Digital Impressions
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When you can go
- Weekends
- Closed
Mon
9 am–4 pm
Tue
9 am–5 pm
Wed
9 am–4 pm
Thu
9 am–5 pm
Fri
9 am–4 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Hours from its listing. Check when you call.
Getting there
1525 E 53rd St #734Chicago, IL 60615, United States Get directions
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Its business profile
In the practice's words
Its own business description
“Smile Design Studio of Hyde Park is a leading dental practice committed to providing exceptional, personalized care for patients in the Hyde Park, Chicago area. With the use of modern technology and advanced techniques, we ensure every treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Lisa Minkowski, Dr. …”
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Sources and dates
Business listing and reviews, Sep 2026 · chicagodentistry.com, Sep 2026 · NPI registry · City of Chicago community areas