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18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Partner in Holistic Dental Health & TMJ Relief in Lansing
Bechtel Dentistry is a patient-centered, health-focused dental practice specializing in holistic and biologic dentistry. Since 2008, our team has prioritized the systemic connection between oral health and overall wellness, utilizing biocompatible materials and minimally-invasive techniques to address root causes rather than symptoms. We emphasize preventive care, personalized treatment plans, and education to empower patients toward long-term health. Our services include TMJ/TMD treatment, restorative dentistry, and holistic approaches to chewing system dysfunction, ensuring durable solutions that align with the body's natural processes.We serve patients from initial consultations through comprehensive care, fostering trust through honesty, integrity, and compassionate support. Our practice philosophy centers on triadic successbenefiting patients, team, and providers equallywhile maintaining a low-volume, high-quality care environment. With expertise in mercury-safe removal, biomimetic restorations, and ozone therapy, we offer advanced, conservative treatments tailored to individual needs and values.
Services
Holistic Dentistry
TMJ/TMD Treatment
Restorative Care
Cosmetic Dentistry
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Senior Dentistry
Invisalign
Preventative Care
Periodontal Health
Smile Rejuvenation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized TMJ/TMD treatment plans addressing root causes since 2008
- Our practice uses mercury-safe removal techniques and biocompatible materials
- We implement minimally-invasive biomimetic restorations for durable dental solutions
- Our team provides comprehensive dental ozone therapy for conservative treatment
- We offer customized preventive care plans integrating oral and systemic wellness
Associations and certifications
- International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT)
What people say
Improved TMJ health
Professional and friendly staff
Exceptional emergency service
Modern, clean facilities
Effective pain relief
Services
Holistic Dentistry
Our holistic dentistry integrates systemic health with oral care using biocompatible materials and minimally-invasive techniques. We focus on preventing mercury exposure, addressing chewing system dysfunction, and promoting long-term wellness through conservative treatments that align with the body's natural processes. This approach benefits patients seeking non-toxic dental solutions and those with compromised immune systems.
TMJ/TMD Treatment
Specialized TMJ/TMD care addresses jaw disorders through conservative, biocompatible solutions for headaches, facial pain, and chewing difficulties. Our comprehensive treatment plans target underlying causes of chewing system dysfunction, utilizing custom oral appliances and non-surgical interventions to restore proper jaw function and alleviate associated symptoms affecting neck and shoulder health.
Biomimetic Restorations
Minimally-invasive biomimetic dentistry uses porcelain inlays/onlays and composite restorations to restore damaged teeth while preserving natural structure. This conservative approach avoids traditional metal crowns, maintaining tooth integrity through stress-reduced techniques that mimic natural dental biomechanics, reducing future fracture risks and extending treatment longevity.
Mercury-Free Dentistry
As IAOMT SMART-certified practitioners, we provide mercury-safe filling removal and replacement using protective protocols. Our mercury-free practice eliminates exposure risks through biocompatible alternatives like composite resin, ensuring safer dental treatments while maintaining aesthetic and functional restoration quality for patients concerned about heavy metal toxicity.
Preventative Care
Custom preventative programs focus on halting tooth decay through nutritional guidance and conservative interventions. We create personalized plans targeting acid erosion, tooth sensitivity, and periodontal health maintenance using minimally-invasive monitoring and non-toxic treatments that prevent disease progression while preserving dental structure longevity.
People
Dr. Jonathan J. Bechtel
Dentist
Dr. Bechtel has specialized in holistic dentistry since 2008, focusing on TMJ health and biocompatible treatments. He utilizes minimally-invasive techniques and mercury-safe protocols to address systemic oral health connections, creating personalized treatment plans that promote long-term wellness through conservative dental interventions.
Janet C.
Patient
Longtime patient Janet C. from Okemos recognizes Dr. Bechtel's office improvements and exceptional team performance. She praises the practice's thoroughness, technology implementation, cleanliness standards, and compassionate approach that consistently delivers reliable dental care without pressure or fear.
Questions
What makes holistic dentistry different from traditional approaches?
Our holistic practice integrates oral health with systemic wellness using biocompatible materials and conservative techniques. Unlike traditional methods focusing on symptoms, we address root causes of dental issues while minimizing toxic exposure through mercury-free protocols and biomimetic restorations.
Do you treat TMJ disorders and what approaches do you use?
Yes, we specialize in TMJ/TMD treatment through conservative, biocompatible solutions. Our approach includes diagnostic evaluations, custom oral appliances, and non-surgical interventions targeting underlying causes of jaw dysfunction and associated symptoms like headaches and facial pain.
Are your dental materials safe for patients with sensitivities?
We exclusively use biocompatible materials tested for safety and compatibility. As an IAOMT-certified mercury-safe practice, we avoid traditional amalgam fillings and offer alternative restorative solutions suitable for patients with severe allergies or compromised immune systems.
What preventive care options do you provide?
Our preventive services include acid erosion management, sensitivity treatments, and customized oral hygiene plans. We focus on nutritional guidance and conservative interventions to prevent tooth decay while maintaining optimal periodontal health through minimally-invasive monitoring techniques.
How do you approach emergency dental care situations?
We prioritize urgent cases with compassionate, timely interventions while maintaining our holistic standards. Our emergency services apply conservative techniques to address immediate concerns while developing long-term solutions that align with our patients' overall wellness goals.
Can you help patients with dental anxiety?
Our practice creates a supportive environment for anxious patients. Through compassionate communication and gentle techniques, we've successfully treated long-term dental avoiders, earning positive feedback about our non-threatening, personalized care approach from patients with fear-related treatment histories.
Reviews (6)
Signe Burke
Dec 03, 2021
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I am very pleased with the dentist and his staff. All were very professional and also thorough with explaining the work to be done as well as very friendly. I have all confidence in this practice.
Sue Vanvalin
Oct 30, 2021
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Excellence sums up my appointment. From beginning to end I was impressed with every detail. I had five amalgams removed with the Smart protocol and Im thankful to have found Dr Bechtel and his staff. They crossed every T and dotted every I. Exactly what you want when removing mercury from your mouth!
Krystal Coleman
Oct 24, 2021
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I absolutely love everything about this office. Every staff member is kind and good at their job. I have TMJ and they have helped me so much. They work with me and my crazy schedule to get me the best treatment. I have never felt like just another patient. They know me by name and Dr. Bechtel is always educating me on why we are doing things and what I can do to improve my mouth, and over all health.
Abby Kunnari
Oct 12, 2021
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Thank you so much Dr. Bechtel and his kind staff-(Elizabeth and Beatrice are my fav.) for making it always a comfortable experience at my appointments. Going to the dentist isn't easy for some of us and I feel you listen to my individual needs and take that into consideration for my treatment plan, I appreciate it so much. And there's a cool plant in the waiting room. Also the appt reminders are great. Thanks so much!
Andrea
Jan 28, 2021
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This is an amazing dental practice- simply the best! Dr. Bechtel is detail oriented, spends time explaining everything to the patient, extremely knowledgeable and is caring and professional. All of the staff are professional, friendly, personable and skilled. No -you wont feel like youre in an assembly line here. Youll feel respected and in good hands. If youre considering if you should change your dentist- dont hesitate. Choose this team!
David Ringlein
Dec 27, 2020
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What I like most about Dr Bechtel is he listens to me and what I want and also educates me about what is possible and what would be the best for me long term. No other dentist has ever taken the time to do this. Other dentists made me feel I was just sitting in their seat for a moment until they could just say "Next". I was concerned about my silver/mercury fillings and Dr Bechtel takes that seriously also, and has the necessary equipment to do it right. I know of no other dentist locally that can do what his office does.
Dr. Bechtel is at the level of artist at his craft. He is a tooth sculptor
Dr. Bechtel is at the level of artist at his craft. He is a tooth sculptor
