Passionate. Patient Centric. Innovative.

Welcome to Chippewa Center for Dental Excellence, your premier family dentistry in Chippewa Falls.

At Chippewa Center for Dental Excellence, we care about your smile and provide the highest quality comprehensive family dentistry care that exceeds every expectation.

Dr. Kristine Bechard, Dr. Julia Machgan and our experienced dental team are committed to providing exceptional, personalized dental care in a comfortable, stress-free, and friendly atmosphere. As skilled family dentistry professionals with a personal commitment to our community, our team works diligently to ensure that every patient receives the dental care they deserve.

Along with our team’s commitment to exceptional care, you will experience the latest in dental technology and specialized instrumentation that creates efficient, effective, and often pain-free treatment. Our top priorities = your comfort and satisfaction!

Our Dental Services

Exceptional Solutions Catered to You

We pride ourselves in offering our patients an exceptional environment where they can feel comfortable knowing their oral health is in good hands. We develop an individualized plan for each patient. From regular cleanings and exams to advanced restorative treatments and cosmetic dentistry, we are committed to you.

Meet Your Dentists

Dr. Kristine Bechard at our family dentistry in Chippewa Falls.

Dr. Kristine Bechard

Dr. Kristine Bechard graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 1992. From there, she worked for a year as a dentist on the Navajo Indian Reservation in Ft. Defiance, AZ where her first son was born. In July of 1993, Dr. Bechard moved to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, where both of her parents were raised and worked there as a dentist for 21 years. Thereafter, she practiced Durand and Thorp, Wisconsin. She is thrilled to be back in the Chippewa Valley area where all four of her children were raised. Dr. Bechard is a member of both the West Central Wisconsin Study Club and the Chippewa Valley Dental Society.

Dr. Kristine Bechard at our family dentistry in Chippewa Falls.

Dr. Julia Machgan

Dr. Julia Machgan, born and raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin Madison, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Psychology. She then pursued her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree at the University of New England College of Dental Medicine in Portland, Maine, where she developed a strong foundation in comprehensive dental care.

What our patients are saying

This is a great office. I am usually scared of dentists because of my tooth sensitivity; they were so gentle that I never squirmed once nor did I feel any discomfort. Thank you to all the staff for your kindness and professionalism.

Carol

My dentist, hygienist and the other staff are the best in my community. They answer all my questions and are very knowledgeable about everything I ask. Thanks so much Chippewa Center for Dental Excellence, you “ROCK.”

Sandy

Absolutely the best ever. Every one of their team I interacted with were truly the best of the best – from the front desk staff who worked hard to find me a quick appointment that worked and even checked on my insurance to see what I had coverage for – to my hygienist Carol who is hands down the greatest hygienist I’ve ever had – to the dentist who is more thorough and caring than I could have imagined.

Tim