Meet Our Team
Dental Assistant
Krystal attended National Dental Academy of Wisconsin in 2021 and received her certificate as a Dental Assistant in 2022. She has been employed with Eckdhal Family Dentistry since earning her degree. She is very passionate about dental assisting and love getting to know each patient. Outside of the office Krystal enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys. They love swimming in their pool, going camping and attending sporting events.
Dental Assistant
Joyce received her Diploma as a Dental Assistant in 2019. She has been a part of our team since 2019. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and being able to help them with their smiles and dental health. In her free time, you can find her attending her girls’ many sporting events. She also enjoys being outdoors, camping, and traveling with her lifelong partner Gib, 3 beautiful girls Haizlee, Sophia and Abby, and their family and friends.
Dental Assistant
Kari joined the practice in October 2000. She started working full time in the front office, but eventually, through hands-on training and continuing education, moved to the clinical department and has worked chairside with all the doctors. Kari continues to stay current with the ever-changing products and technological advancements in general dentistry and has taken several courses to further her education in orthodontics. Kari enjoys working hands-on with the patients and helping them to achieve and maintain their smiles. In her free time, she is an avid reader, dog walker and enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Dental Hygienist
Marissa started her dental career in 2019 as Dr. Eckdhal’s assistant after graduating from Madison College with a technical diploma in dental assisting. She spent the next two and half years learning hands-on about various procedures and dental knowledge before being accepted into the dental hygiene program. She recently graduated with an associate degree in Dental Hygiene from Madison College earning high honors. She is very passionate about educating patients on the relationship between systemic health and oral health. She loves being able to comfort her patients and make their dental experience an enjoyable one. Outside of the office you can find Marissa trying new restaurants, shopping at TJ Maxx, playing pickleball with friends, and cuddling with her cat, Oreo.
Dental Hygienist
Trisha is a registered dental hygienist. She graduated in 2013 from Madison College and has been with Eckdhal Family Dentistry since 2018. Trisha continues to expand her knowledge within the dental field by staying up-to-date with yearly continuing education courses. She maintains patience and compassion among a diverse population and strives to provide the most comprehensive patient care possible. Outside of the office, Trisha enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She loves gardening, running, traveling, and enjoying the outdoors with her husband and two children.
Dental Hygienist
Katie is a Registered Dental Hygienist whom in 2001 earned her Associates of Science Degree in dental hygiene at Madison Area Technical College. She joined our practice in 2017. She believes every patient should receive comprehensive dental care that meets their individual needs in a comfortable and friendly environment. In her spare time, Katie enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Dental Hygienist
Connie is a Registered Dental Hygienist. She graduated from Blackhawk Technical College with a Technical Diploma in Dental Assisting and graduated from Madison Area Technical College with an associate degree in dental hygiene. Connie has been in the dental field almost 40 years and a dental hygienist for over 32 years. Having been with the practice for the past 40 years, she continues to expand her knowledge with regular CE courses. Dentistry is truly a passion of hers, and she takes pride in providing comprehensive and thorough treatment.
Front Desk Coordinator
Jami has worked in many facets of our practice from front office to the clinic, assisting the dentists chairside. She has been part of our team since 2005 and maintains her education by attending various CE courses.
Front Desk Coordinator
Kris has been an employee since 1991 as a scheduling and financial coordinator. She communicates with patients daily about the payment options available at our practice to obtain the high-quality dentistry they want and need. Kris is married with two daughters.