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McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office
McDonald Orthodontics is a practice in Keizer and Salem, OR offering comprehensive orthodontic care including braces, clear aligners, surgical orthodontics, and dentofacial orthopedics.
1855 W Nob Hill St SE #300, Salem, OR 97302
5.0(411 reviews)
About McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office
The doctor and staff are known for putting kids at ease with games, humor, and rapport-building, and many families bring several children here over the years.
Reviews at McDonald Orthodontics in Salem often highlight how comfortable young patients feel, with the doctor using humor, personal connection, and rewards to keep kids engaged through treatment. Many families return with multiple children over several years, and reviewers frequently note thorough, customized treatment planning that avoids unnecessary extractions or extra procedures. Complex or long-running cases, including one spanning about eight years, are described as resolved successfully after careful adjustments to the plan.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, May 2017–September 2026, updated September 2026
McDonald Orthodontics is a practice in Keizer and Salem, OR offering comprehensive orthodontic care including braces, clear aligners, surgical orthodontics, and dentofacial orthopedics.
Led by board-certified Dr. John McDonald, a second-generation orthodontist, the practice serves children, teens, and adults with personalized treatment plans.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
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Orthodontists at this office
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Dr. John McDonald, DMD
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Dr. Terry McDonald
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What patients say
Latest review 6 weeks ago
What patients praise
- The office is repeatedly described as skilled with children, using games, contests, and personal rapport to ease anxiety during appointments.
- The orthodontist is noted for building customized plans, including avoiding oral surgery through alternative approaches and taking detailed x-rays and measurements before recommending treatment.
- Reviewers mention dramatic improvements in complex cases, from correcting a sideways tooth to resolving a case involving missing lateral incisors.
Things to know
- A few reviews describe the doctor as dismissive or arrogant during a consultation, contrasting with the more common description of a thorough, patient-centered approach.
Who it suits
- Families with several children in treatment
- Anxious or nervous patients
- Patients transferring mid-treatment
- Last 90 days
- 104 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 108 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Owner replies
- 35% of reviews
- Compared with Salem
- Higher rated than 91%
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1★5★
- Braces70
- Early (phase 1) treatment4
- Invisalign / clear aligners3
- Expanders & appliances3
- Retainers3
PraiseCriticism
- Friendly staff81 / 1
- The orthodontist73 / 2
- Great with kids59
- Treatment results34
- Clear explanations21 / 1
- Gentle, comfortable care20 / 1
- Responsiveness12 / 1
- Scheduling & wait times11
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| Friendly staff | 81 | 1 |
| The orthodontist | 73 | 2 |
| Great with kids | 59 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 34 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 21 | 1 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 20 | 1 |
| Responsiveness | 12 | 1 |
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Recent reviews from Google
5.0
411 reviews
Amy Marsh
2 weeks ago
Staff is super friendly and Dr McDonald is knowledgeable and kind. Loving the experience so far.
Reid Dudley
2 weeks ago
So far so good! I was struggling financially, so making the payments for my braces was hard however these guys were able to work with me which was incredibly helpful so I am so thankful for these guys. So nice!
Ryan Johnson
a month ago
Dr. McDonald did a great job for me and has a wonderful staff. I highly recommend his office for ortho needs.
Veronica Cardenas
a month ago
3 kids seen here and all have really enjoyed this office and all the staff. Would recommend to everyone!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office offer?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Surgical Orthodontics, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces.
Does McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office offer free consultations?
Yes, McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (541) 209-3614 to schedule.
Is McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office accepting new patients?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office is currently welcoming new patients in Salem, OR. Call (541) 209-3614 to schedule.
Where is McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office located?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office is located at 1855 W Nob Hill St SE #300. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=12500582751783814676&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Who are the orthodontists at McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office is staffed by Dr. John McDonald, Dr. Terry McDonald. The practice is board-certified.
What is the patient rating for McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office?
McDonald Orthodontics - Salem Office has a 5-star rating based on 411 patient reviews on Google.
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