STUTSMAN DENTISTRY - Key Persons


Chad Stutsman D.

Dr. Chad was born and raised in Goshen, Indiana on the Stutsman Family Farm. He graduated from Goshen High School in 1993, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry in 1997 from Butler University, and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2001 from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Dr. Chad has had extensive training in Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, and in Dental Sleep Apnea devices. Dr. Chad is excited about being able to help those who don't like to smile, are afraid to see the dentist, and helping those who cannot use a CPAP machine breathe at night and prolong their lives with Dental Sleep Apnea devices. Dr. Chad believes that it is important to stay current in the newest most advanced dental techniques and treatments and has over 500 hour of Dental Continuing Education. Dr. Chad is affiliated with the following professional organizations: American Dental Association Academy of General Dentistry Crown Council of Dentists American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Indiana Dental Association North Central Dental Society American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

Crystal Sudduth

Job Titles:
  • Certified Dental Assistant
Crystal has been a certified dental assistant since graduating from University of Southern Indiana in 2015. She is married and has a family of her own. In her free time she enjoys playing pickleball, doing arts and crafts with her kids, being outdoors and attending church.

Diana McGill

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Diana has been a dental assistant for over 10 years and assists both Dr. Chad and Dr. Danielle. In 2011, Diana became one of three people in the State of Indiana to be certified as an E4D CAD/CAM Dental Designer! This training allows Diana to design and fabricate crowns in our office in one visit. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and swimming.

Dr. Danielle M. Stutsman D.

Dr. Danielle grew up in South Bend, Indiana. She is a 1993 graduate of Marian High School in Mishawaka. After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Butler University in 1997, she continued on to receive her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2001 from Indiana University School of Dentistry, along with her husband, Dr. Chad. Dr. Danielle has been providing dental care for the children in the community since graduation. But, it wasn't until 2004 that Dr. Danielle brought her experience, and love, for children to the Stutsman Dentistry family. It is her belief that a great childhood dental experience sets the foundation for a lifetime of dental happiness. Though Dr. Danielle's passion is the children here at Stutsman Dentistry, her experience is not just limited to children. Dr. Danielle is a multi-talented woman and is excellently trained in all aspects of dentistry. When Dr. Danielle is not in the office, she can be found enjoying the company of her wonderful husband, Dr. Chad, and their four amazing children, Mackayla, Sydney, Coltyn, and Charley. As busy parents of 4, most days you can find the Drs. at a ball field or a gym watching games and practices. Dr. Danielle is an avid runner, her passion being half marathons. This love of running has extended down to her family, as well. The family loves to travel, with their favorite destinations being Walt Disney World and cruising to new places. Dr. Danielle is affiliated with the following professional organizations: American Dental Association Academy of General Dentistry Crown Council of Dentists Indiana Dental Association North Central Dental Society

Lauren Wagner

Job Titles:
  • Staff Member
Lauren started her dental career in 2013 as a dental assistant and joined our team in 2017. She married her high school sweetheart in 2011, and they have two boys, Kayvin and Karsyn. When not in the office, Lauren enjoys watching her kids play ball and hanging out at the lake.

Mandy Smith

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Mandy has been a dental assistant since 2012. Mandy and her husband, Marc, have three children, Lexi, Vander, and Major. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, making people laugh, and spending time at the beach with her kids.

Micki Heckaman

Job Titles:
  • Staff Member
Micki has been practicing for 25 years and joined the Stutsman Dental team in 2018. In her free time, she likes to hangout with family and friends. She is happily married to Kirk and has 3 adult Children; Trevor, Taitlyn, and Neely.

Morgan Sanchez

Morgan Joined the Stutsman Dentistry team in 2021. She is excited to be planning her 2022 wedding with her fiance, Mason. Out of the office, Morgan enjoys coaching sports, running her photograph business, playing with her goldendoodle, and spending time with family.