Experience Bought and operated small dental practice July 17, 1995 That small dental practice grew from one employee to seven team members to date Built 8,000 square foot multi-use office building 2000
History of special interest in dental learning Chair of the WDA dental benefits committee Member of the WDA legislative committee Member of the American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Organization for Oral Conscious Sedation, Computerized Dentist Guest Speaker University of Iowa College of Dentistry Understanding Dental Insurance Before You Sign Up. 1997 Committee member for WDA Direct Reimbursement -1999 to 2004, Dental Benefits 2008 to date Private consultant and tester for Stabident intraosseus anesthetic system 1995Private consultant and tester for Sensable haptic computer dental system 2005-2008Inducted as Pierre Fauchard (Honorary Dental Service Academy Organization) Fellow 2012
Special interest in providing dental services to diverse populations- Created Class Philanthropy Committee University of Iowa Dental School 1991 As a student, helped set up free dental clinic with area dentists in Iowa City 1992 1995 Externship experience during dental school Navajo Reservation, Shiprock, NM two months 1995 Externship experience during dental school Childrens Dental Clinic of Rhys Jones a sliding scale clinic two months 1995 Received Deans Achievement Award University of Iowa College of Dentistry 1992, 1993, 1994 Received Community Dentistry and Public Health Achievement Award University of Iowa College of Dentistry 1995 Received the Law and Ethics in Dentistry Award University of Iowa College of Dentistry 1995 Harambee Free Dental Clinic Volunteer Award April 30, 1999 Covered for Dane County Jail dentist treating tooth pain and infection 1997 to 2001 Volunteer dentistry in the Amazon in Peru Set up the dental part of medical clinic and provided care Amazonmedical.org 2004 Scheduled to volunteer for Wisconsin Dental Associations Mission of Mercy Sheboygan, WI June 25-26, 2010 Creating Dentist Rotarian Service Group to apply for mobile dental equipment for outreach use Current project
Other priorities President-Elect of Mount Horeb Rotary, which promotes Service Above Self member since 1999 Married with two children: a 12 year old girl and a 11 year old boy. Enjoy biking, hiking, kayaking, sailing
Jamie came to know Dr Christian in 2010 while she was working as a temp-dental hygienist. She continued to work as a temp/fill-in hygienist for Dr Christian and other Madison area offices through 2017, as she was enjoying the flexibility of hours while raising her two sons. In early 2018 Jamie found that she was now looking up at her older son6 tall at age 14and decided that it was time she could go back to working more regularly. Luck would have it that Dr Christian had the need for such a position and Jamie has been a happy member of his team since February 2018.
Jamie discovered her interest for dentistry while still in high school. During her senior year she was given the opportunity to work part-time in a dental office while receiving school credit. Directly following high school Jamie moved to Madison and began to pursue he interest in dental hygiene at Madison College. She graduated from the dental hygiene program with honors from Madison College in 2001. Shortly after graduation she spent six months working with a temp-dental hygiene company where she was given the experience of working in several different offices around the Madison and Milwaukee area. Jamie ended up spending eight years with an office in Middleton where she began to focus her practice in the area of periodontics, and has maintained her focus in the area of periodontics ever since.
Jamie lives on the west side of Madison with her husband, two sons, two dogs and one fat cat. She enjoys long walks with her dogs, loves sunny days, and enjoys being a home-body spending time with her family and cuddling up with her animals.
Susanna has always been fascinated with teeth. She remembers becoming interested in becoming a dental hygienist when she had braces in middle school. As life often does, she went into a different direction after high school but after attending college to become a Youth Minister and finding she needed to supplement her income, she went to school and became a certified Dental Assistant. She worked in Illinois for several years doing this until she was married and started a family. After her 3 children, 2 girls and a boy, were in school, she went back to school to get her Dental Hygiene License. She found herself in Madison, 5 years ago, and decided to call this home.
Susanna has been practicing Dental Hygiene for 18 years all over the state of WI, as she has worked as a temp and worked for some wonderful offices, including periodontal offices, over the years. One of the dentists she worked for said that she should go back to school to be a periodontist! She loves to see people learn about their teeth and how to improve their health! She is outgoing and looks forward to developing a relationship with her patients.Susanna recently purchased a home in Middleton with her fianc, and lives there now with his 2 sons, and her 3 cats!
She loves to grow flower gardens. Susanna has spent many pain staking hours re-landscaping their yard with flower beds! She also loves to read mysteries while sitting on her patio enjoying her garden and drinking a big cup of chia tea!
Shawn has been in the health and wellness industry her entire adult life. She started as a Certified Nursing Assistant and learned very young, prevention is the best health policy. Shawn joined Advertisers Press Inc. (where her husband, Doug, also works) and became their Injury Prevention and Safety Coordinator. Shawn took a few years away from her career while attending business school, working part-time at The Princeton Club, and caring for her 3 young daughters. Shawn re-entered the work force as the Clinic Administrator for Golden Rule Dentistry. In 2004, Shawn decided to combine her passion of health and fitness with her entrepreneurial desires and opened Energy Center Fitness Club, LLC (aka Energy Health & Wellness). Shawn has multiple certifications in fitness, health, wellness, weight loss, nutrition and earned her health coach certification from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute in Englewood, Colorado, one of the top programs in the country. In addition to being an author, she continues to grow her fitness family by providing the community with individualized health and fitness services with the help and support of her amazing team at Energy Health and Wellness.
Shawn understands the important connection of dental health with overall health. Oral health is a window to the health inside of your body. Multiple studies have shown that people who have great oral health have a significantly reduced risk of heart disease. Shawn and Dr. Christian are excited to treat the entire patient to give them the biggest impact in not only their dental health but overall health. Shawn is excited to be able to add to the patient experience as well as offer additional services in nutrition and empowerment to help patients feel there best.
Shawn is married to Doug Bollig of Mount Horeb and together they have 3 beautiful, successful adult daughters, Theresa, Breanna & Jenna. In addition to spending time with her family, her hobbies follow her passion of health and fitness. She loves reading, learning, volunteering, Rotary, world travel, growing local organic food on her personal Aeroponic Garden, volleyball, softball and golfing, especially with her Dad.
Reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 24 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestRanae Chizek
2 years ago
The dentist and dental staff were kind, compassionate and had a sense of humor! :)
anna meives
2 years ago
I love this entire team!!!
Denise Klingaman
2 years ago
This guy is a crook! He made my dad pay for what was a workmans comp claim, then got paid by insurance, and refuses to refund the overpayment. We are talking over $7k. Numerous calls to the office and nothing. DO NOT use this dentist. Find someone with integrity
Jon Wolfgram
2 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr. Christian for over 25 years and have been completely satisfied with every office visit. His knowledge and expertise are so evident in each consultation and procedure. His office includes the latest technology available (ex. no temporary crowns - finished in one visit) He and his staff are personable and compassionate. Nancy Wolfgram
Becca Phillips
2 years ago
Highly recommend! They are always able to get me in if I break a tooth or have mouth pain (I have genetically terrible teeth so this has happened multiple times) and are always pleasant and professional. They also try to save me money any time they are able to. They have great technology so they have the ability to make and put on a permanent crown same day, so I never have to make an extra trip! Everyone there is great to work with!
Samantha Erb
2 years ago
Super friendly and an overall great dentist experience!
Sean Lawler
3 years ago
My entire family has been going to Family Dental Care for almost 15 years, and we refer our friends and new citizens of the Madison area here any chance we get. I was always nervous about getting my teeth cleaned prior to coming to Family Dental Care, but the team is as gentle as possible (Thanks Jami!) and I've stopped dreading dental visits. Dr. Christian is both extremely professional and a fun guy. One day he might be crafting a crown for you right there in the office during your visit so you can chew again (maybe there were lasers involved!? It was great not having to wait for it), and the next evening he might surprise you when he taps your shoulder because he's sitting directly behind you at a David Byrne concert (both are true stories). It's readily obvious that Dr. Christian and his extremely competent and friendly team are willing to do whatever it takes to make you and your family's experience stress-free and to help you maintain proper dental health. I highly recommend Family Dental Care without reservation, and I hope you have a chance to check them out. You won't regret it. And by the way, with the COVID pandemic, I'm still at ease coming in for my regular appointments. Their COVID precautions and PPE are actually better than I've seen in hospital Emergency Rooms recently.
Joel Bones
3 years ago
Highly recommend. Front staff is very friendly. They are interested in you as a person and not just a patient. Doctor Russell and the hygienist do everything they can to make you feel comfortable. Very thorough and professional.
Denise Klingaman
3 years ago
This guy is a crook! He made my dad pay for what was a workmans comp claim, then got paid by insurance, and refuses to refund the overpayment. We are talking over $7k. Numerous calls to the office and nothing. DO NOT use this dentist. Find someone with integrity
Samantha Erb
3 years ago
Super friendly and an overall great dentist experience!
anna meives
3 years ago
I love this entire team!!!
Becca Phillips
3 years ago
Highly recommend! They are always able to get me in if I break a tooth or have mouth pain (I have genetically terrible teeth so this has happened multiple times) and are always pleasant and professional. They also try to save me money any time they are able to. They have great technology so they have the ability to make and put on a permanent crown same day, so I never have to make an extra trip! Everyone there is great to work with!
Jon Wolfgram
3 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr. Christian for over 25 years and have been completely satisfied with every office visit. His knowledge and expertise are so evident in each consultation and procedure. His office includes the latest technology available (ex. no temporary crowns - finished in one visit) He and his staff are personable and compassionate. Nancy Wolfgram
Shirley Robinson
3 years ago
Excellent dentist and staff. The staff ensured all protocols for avoiding COVID were and are followed Clean, welcoming and very professional are the words I use to describe Family Dental Care I recently moved from the west side of Madison to Waunakee and I will continue going to this dental clinic even if it takes longer. Thank you Shirley Robinson
Ranae Chizek
3 years ago
The dentist and dental staff were kind, compassionate and had a sense of humor! :)
Sean Lawler
3 years ago
My entire family has been going to Family Dental Care for almost 15 years, and we refer our friends and new citizens of the Madison area here any chance we get. I was always nervous about getting my teeth cleaned prior to coming to Family Dental Care, but the team is as gentle as possible (Thanks Jami!) and I've stopped dreading dental visits. Dr. Christian is both extremely professional and a fun guy. One day he might be crafting a crown for you right there in the office during your visit so you can chew again (maybe there were lasers involved!? It was great not having to wait for it), and the next evening he might surprise you when he taps your shoulder because he's sitting directly behind you at a David Byrne concert (both are true stories). It's readily obvious that Dr. Christian and his extremely competent and friendly team are willing to do whatever it takes to make you and your family's experience stress-free and to help you maintain proper dental health. I highly recommend Family Dental Care without reservation, and I hope you have a chance to check them out. You won't regret it. And by the way, with the COVID pandemic, I'm still at ease coming in for my regular appointments. Their COVID precautions and PPE are actually better than I've seen in hospital Emergency Rooms recently.
Joel Bones
3 years ago
Highly recommend. Front staff is very friendly. They are interested in you as a person and not just a patient. Doctor Russell and the hygienist do everything they can to make you feel comfortable. Very thorough and professional.
Tara Grant
3 years ago
My husband just came out of here with a ridiculous quote from the dentist. I would certainly steer clear of a place that thinks you should be charged over $300 for xrays. Clearly all this place cares about is getting money and not how much pain the patient is actually in and how to help them. When someone has an abcessed tooth and you don't even prescribe antibiotics, there is a serious issue. And trying to fast talk and bully someone into getting thousands of dollars worth of work done when they only want and can afford to fix the current problem is shameful! We will obviously be going elsewhere.
Shirley Robinson
3 years ago
Excellent dentist and staff. The staff ensured all protocols for avoiding COVID were and are followed Clean, welcoming and very professional are the words I use to describe Family Dental Care I recently moved from the west side of Madison to Waunakee and I will continue going to this dental clinic even if it takes longer. Thank you Shirley Robinson
Tara Grant
4 years ago
My husband just came out of here with a ridiculous quote from the dentist. I would certainly steer clear of a place that thinks you should be charged over $300 for xrays. Clearly all this place cares about is getting money and not how much pain the patient is actually in and how to help them. When someone has an abcessed tooth and you don't even prescribe antibiotics, there is a serious issue. And trying to fast talk and bully someone into getting thousands of dollars worth of work done when they only want and can afford to fix the current problem is shameful! We will obviously be going elsewhere.
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