We are a health-focused, patient-centered dental practice. We are also holistically and biologically inclined in regards to the care that we offer. Holistic because we believe that the health of the mouth and our overall health cannot be separated. Biologic because we continually strive to find new and better ways to help individuals get and stay healthy, always seeking materials and techniques that are as biocompatible as possible while at the same time providing for durability, longevity, and conservatism. If patients are going to choose the foods they eat based on their nutritional value vs only those foods that they can chew, the chewing system is of critical importance.

We are health-focused because we work with an established model of health. We know that a healthy mouth has no infection or inflammation in the gum and bone tissue around the teeth, no cracks holes or openings in the teeth that can allow bacteria to enter the tooth, and a stable chewing system where the teeth, joints, muscles and bone work in harmony together. We work with our patients to the degree that they want to get healthy and help them achieve their goals. The great news is you dont have to be perfect. We just need to be moving toward wellness and stop the mouth from breaking down. Unlike traditional medicine, where symptoms are treated with little regard to the cause, we are focused on the cause of the problem as much as repairing it. This way when something is fixed it does not begin to break down again.

We are patient-centered because we put the patient in the middle and build the practice around them. We ask ourselves, what kind of practice would we like our families to come to and receive care, knowing what we know today? What has worked best is to put the patient first, team second, and the doctor third. The doctor cannot win unless the patient and team win first. This creates the triple win.

Since 2008, Dr. Bechtel has helped patients make the best decisions in their pursuit to become healthy, based on their goals and values. Utilizing the safest dental techniques and biocompatible materials, Dr. Bechtel works with each individual patient to improve overall well-being through sound oral health.

Our mission is to serve each patient and team member with Honesty, Integrity, Respect,and Compassion. We are dedicated to empowering our patients to take control of theirdental health, stop managing symptoms and prevent chronic illness in the mouth. We offer care that is Holistic and Biologic so as to connect the health of the mouth with the rest of the body through the use of materials and techniques that are minimally invasive and as biocompatible as possible.

I believe that each individual is divinely inspired and is therefore of infinite worth and hasunlimited potential. That being said, I also believe thathealth is of infinite value and it is achoice. My mission is to serve each one of our patients withHonesty, Integrity, Respect andCompassion.We are dedicated to empowering our patients to take control of their dentalhealth, stop managing symptoms and prevent chronic disease inthe mouth. Our goal is to offer excellence in Holistic and Biologic Care a low volume, private care environment that ischaracterized by individual relationships between myself, themembers of my team, and thepatient. These relationships are built on trust and shared goals. Holistic because the health of the mouth and the health of the body are connected and forever joined. They cannot be separated. Biologic, in that we continue to seek and find better ways to help individuals get and stay healthy utilizing materials and techniques that are biocompatible and provide longevity, durability,and are as minimally invasive as possible. I believe when givenaccurate information and the right support in a nurturing environment, people will makechoices that have a positive impact on their oral health.Through exploring the wants and the needs of the patient, wewill help co-discover and co-create a unique Master Plan, specific for that patient, whichwill MINIMIZE the amount ofdentistry the patient will need throughout their lifetime. Every person has the freedom tochoose the type of care that is going to be best for them. Preservation of the chewing system is critical if we are going to be able to choose the foods we eat based on their nutritional importance versus only choosing foods based on our ability to eat them. We want to help our patientsreach their goals!

Dental Health Coaching: A partnership in managing health, not disease. A dentist that listens to what you want for yourself and why, guides you to understand the benefits of health and supports your desire for change to get the results you want.

Integrity: To be honest, truthful, straightforward, and just and fair. Doing the right thing when no one else is watching, but knowing that God is watching and knowing you want to honor and love him with your decisions.

I became a dentist because I have always wanted to help others. Nothing makes me feel internally better, than when I can help someone else. It adds meaning to my life. As far back as I can remember I always wanted to be a doctor. My standard answer as a child, when someone would ask me what I want to do when I grow up, was to be a doctor. When I was a kid I really loved working with my hands and I got into building models. I would love to build, and still have, all the model airplanes, and ships and tanks that I built. Something about that precision work really appealed to me. Dentistry allowed me to combine those two passions of mine into the perfect calling for me. I find it very gratifying to help get someone out of pain, or make a big change in someones appearance that allows them to smile again. I view all of my patients as my family and friends and my goal is to help all of them get to the level of oral health that they want.

As a dentist I want to do work that is meaningful, have fun, and earn a living fulfilling my passion. I believe strongly in continuing education because I think there is more I can learn and do to better help and serve my patients. Typically, I average more than 80 hours of continuing education a year.

My wife Stephanie and I have been married for 18 years and have two wonderful children, Josh and Elizabeth. My personal hobbies and interests include spending time with my family, boating, reading, traveling, biking, hiking, camping, fishing, cooking, and gardening. I am proud to have been born and raised in beautiful Grand Rapids Michigan.

I became a dentist because I have always wanted to help others. Nothing makes me feel internally better, than when I can help someone else. It adds meaning to my life. As far back as I can remember I always wanted to be a doctor. My standard answer as a child, when someone would ask me what I want to do when I grow up, was to be a doctor. When I was a kid I really loved working with my hands and I got into building models. I would love to build, and still have, all the model airplanes, and ships and tanks that I built. Something about that precision work really appealed to me.

Yvonne has been in the field of dentistry for 21 years with experience as a dental assistant and a front office practice administrator. Yvonne resides in Owosso with her husband of 21 years and their 3 German Shepherds. Her hobbies include crafting, drawing, gardening, spending time with her 3 grandchildren and 2 grown children and loves living country life.

Kristie is a dental assistant with 18 years experience in the field of Dentistry. She resides in Grand Ledge with her husband of 21 years, Tom. They have 3 grown children and 2 grandsons. Kristie enjoys going camping, river kayaking, gardening, photography, crafting and scrapbooking pictures of her family. She also loves to paint wooden Christmas ornaments, birdhouses, and large seasonal signs for their front porch.

Beatrice is a Dental Assistant and has been with our practice for over 5 years, however she is no stranger to the field of dentistry, having worked in the field of dentistry for more than 28 years. She was born and raised in Ireland and after meeting her husband Carlos, moved to the United States. They have two grown boys and lead very active lifestyles. Bea is an avid cyclist and enjoys camping, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Elizabeth has been a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) with Bechtel Dentistry for 3 years. She loves working with patients and helping them achieve and maintain their oral health goals. She is a graduate of the Delta College of Dental Hygiene program and has been serving as a dental hygienist for nearly 30 years in the dental field. Outside of the office she enjoys spending time with her husband Phil and their cat Merri. Her hobbies include cooking, hiking, kayaking, scrabble, and creating textile art.