Karla R McDonald DDS

01/31/2026

Pitfalls From Skipping Your Yearly Dental Cleanings:
Proper dental care is a key component of your overall health and well-being. Periodontal (gum) disease has known associations with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and poor outcomes for infants from mothers with oral health issues. That is why it’s so important to care for your oral health!

Learn more here about the potential oral health effects from skipping your annual dental cleanings https://bit.ly/469cnle

01/23/2026

X-Rays 101:
X-rays are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. They are diagnostic, but they can also be preventative by helping a dentist diagnose potential oral care issues in a patient’s mouth before they become a major problem.

Learn more about the benefits of X-rays... https://bit.ly/3WpZsUC

01/16/2026

What is a Dental Bridge?
Dental bridges replace missing teeth. They can restore chewing function, enhance your appearance and improve your oral health. A dental bridge consists of crowns (that fit over your natural teeth on either side of the space) and artificial teeth (that “bridge the gap” in your smile). There are different types of dental bridges, depending on your needs and preferences.

Read on to learn about the types of dental bridges, when you need them, the procedure and much more...

Dental bridges replace missing teeth, restoring your oral health, function and appearance.

01/11/2026

Bleeding Gums When Brushing: 5 Possible Causes...
If you've noticed some blood after brushing or flossing your teeth, you might be wondering what’s causing it and more importantly, what you can do about it.
Learn about the common causes of bleeding gums after brushing and when to see your dentist. https://bit.ly/3OADDgQ

01/06/2026

01/01/2026

🎉Wishing you all a wonderful New Year!🎉

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! We wish you a season of peace and happiness 🎄

12/19/2025

Bacterial Plaque Causes Gum Disease And Tooth Decay:
No doubt your dentist or dental hygienist has already mentioned plaque and the importance of preventing it with oral hygiene and dental check-ups. But even with a top-notch routine, you may still have questions about what bacterial plaque is, and how plaque can cause tooth decay and gum disease.
Let's go over these questions and find out how you can prevent bacterial plaque!
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12/14/2025

Dry Mouth 101:
Dry mouth — also called xerostomia — results from an inadequate flow of saliva. Saliva is the mouth’s primary defense against tooth decay and maintains the health of the soft and hard tissues in the mouth. Lack of saliva can lead to a myriad of dental health issues including tooth decay, gum disease, and more.

Learn the symptoms and treatment for dry mouth... https://bit.ly/4pCTIpD

12/10/2025

Good morning! We open at 10:00 am today.

Main roads are well taken care of. Crews are out- thank you to all the city, county and private crews who take care of us!

Side streets are bad and there are people stuck. Safety is our top priority.

12/09/2025

Internet is down- our phone service is internet based. We are monitoring the weather situation and will be able to communicate with the patients who have appointments tomorrow in case of any delays or closures. Stay safe tonight and tomorrow morning everyone ❄️❄️❄️

We will keep you posted.