
Karen MacDonald, DDS, BSc
Dentist
343 Preston St Ottawa ON, K1S 1N4About
Dr. Karen MacDonald is a Dentist practicing in Ottawa, ON. Dr. MacDonald specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
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Do front teeth need crowns after a root canal?
It depends on how broken down the teeth were. READ MORE
Does Invisalign make your breath smell?
No it should not READ MORE
Can a dentist whiten your teeth in one visit?
Yes, there are several in-office whitening options available (Zoom, laser, etc.). Check with your dentist to see which one they have. READ MORE
Can you get a tooth pulled without anesthesia?
Yes you can, but I’m not sure why anyone would want to! READ MORE
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
You can take acetaminophen and ibuprofen together and call your dentist in the morning to find and treat the cause of the pain. READ MORE
Is it safe to remove all 4 wisdom teeth at once?
Yes, it is quite common to remove all 4 at the same appointment. It is considered safe for most individuals who are in good health and where no complications are anticipayed READ MORE
Are dental implants removable?
No they are meant to be permanent. READ MORE
Can you floss a crowned tooth?
Yes, you should floss it and all your teeth daily. READ MORE
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Get to know Dentist Dr. Karen MacDonald, who serves patients in Ottawa, Ontario.
Dedicated to leaving her patients with healthy smiles, Dr. MacDonald is the founder of Preston Dental Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Located in Little Italy, Preston Dental Centre offers patients’ numerous dental services, including family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental hygiene, orthodontics, periodontics, and emergency dental services. The dental practice employs some of the most advanced dental equipment and instrument sterilization techniques in Ottawa.
A native of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. MacDonald grew up in Antigonish before moving to New Glasgow for her high school education. She won many academic awards at New Glasgow High School and studied for a single year in the science program at Dalhousie before transferring to Dalhousie’s pharmacy program. She continued her academic excellence, earning her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1985.
To support herself through dental school, Dr. MacDonald worked for one year as a full-time pharmacist in Halifax and then for 4 years on a part-time basis. After graduating with her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Dalhousie University in 1990, she immediately moved to Ottawa where she has practiced since May of 1990.
Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. A general dentist is a primary care dental provider. They diagnose, treat, and manage patients’ overall oral health care needs, including gum care, root canals, fillings, crowns, veneers, bridges, and preventive education.
Happily married with a daughter, Dr. MacDonald enjoys spending time with her family and friends in Ottawa and Fort Myers, skiing, and practicing her considerable culinary skills.
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