Robert A. Macdonald, D.M.D., M.S.

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Get to know Orthodontist Dr. Robert A. Macdonald, who serves patients in Gilbert, Arizona. 

Dr. Macdonald is an orthodontist serving Gilbert and the surrounding communities. He is affiliated with Macdonald Orthodontics – a full-service orthodontic office. All orthodontic records are obtained in-office, and appliances and retainers are made by the in-house lab, allowing them to make sure patients receive the highest quality products and treatments. 

Dr. Macdonald earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Dentistry. He went on to complete a Master of Science in Orthodontics at the same location. 

Dr. Macdonald is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, and the Arizona Dental Association. During his time in the field, Dr. Macdonald has helped countless patients having a bigger, brighter smile.

Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws. As an orthodontist, Dr. Macdonald must recognize various characteristics of malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Macdonald enjoys spending time with his wife, Ericka, their four handsome sons, Cameron, Carson, Nate, and Kevin, and their beautiful daughter, Megan. He enjoys spending his remaining free time in the great outdoors, wakeboarding, snowboarding, mountain biking, and golfing. He is also active in his community and church.

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