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McDonald Dentistry offers the combined expertise of a three generational family of dentists:
James S. McDonald, D.D.S.
Following his high school graduation from East Grand Forks Dr. Jim continued his education at the University of North Dakota where he majored in Biology with an emphasis on pre-dental. Following the University of North Dakota, Dr. Jim completed his dental education at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Immediatley after dental school Dr. Jim practiced in Cooperstown, ND until he decided to open his own practice in East Grand Forks, MN where he has practiced since 1968. Dr. Jim is a member of the Minnesota Dental Association and The American Dental Association. Being heavily involoved in continuing education over the years has deeply involved him in all aspects of dentistry including: Orthodontics, Endodontic, Implants, cosmetics, and Prosthodontics.Â
Dr. James McDonald is one of the most well respected restorative dentists in the upper …Midwest and always surrounds himself and his patients with the best dentistry has to offer. Dr. James McDonald now practices along side his two youngest sons Dr. Pete and Dr. Chris. His oldest son J.P. currently works for Patterson Dental. Dr. Jim is married to Sonya McDonald and they currently resides in East Grand Forks, MNÂ
Peter J. McDonald, D.D.S.
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Following high school graduation from East Grand Forks Senior High School Dr. Peter McDonald received his undergraduate degree from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. While at the University of St. Thomas Dr. Pete majored in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Pete was also a member of the varsity hockey team. Following St. Thomas Dr. Pete received his Doctoral of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN.
Dr. Pete is a member of the Minnesota Dental Association, The American Dental Association, The International Congress of Oral Implantologists, an The American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Since his graduation from dental school Dr. Pete as continued his education by receiving the University of Minnesota's Postgraduate Program certificate in Esthetic Dentistry. This consists of over one hundred hours of continuing education focusing on achieving ideal esthetics through the placement of tooth colored composite fillings and the placement of all porcelain ceramic crowns and veneers. Dr. Pete is also an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. This consisted of over 380 hours of both clinical and classroom study focusing strictly on the surgical placement of dental implants followed be a written examination.Â
Christopher J. McDonald, D.D.S.
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Following his high school graduation from East Grand Forks Dr. Jim continued his education at the University of North Dakota where he majored in Biology with an emphasis on pre-dental. Following the University of North Dakota, Dr. Jim completed his dental education at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Immediatley after dental school Dr. Jim practiced in Cooperstown, ND until he decided to open his own practice in East Grand Forks, MN where he has practiced since 1968. Dr. Jim is a member of the Minnesota Dental Association and The American Dental Association. Being heavily involoved in continuing education over the years has deeply involved him in all aspects of dentistry including: Orthodontics, Endodontic, Implants, cosmetics, and Prosthodontics.Â
Dr. James McDonald is one of the most well respected restorative dentists in the upper …Midwest and always surrounds himself and his patients with the best dentistry has to offer. Dr. James McDonald now practices along side his two youngest sons Dr. Pete and Dr. Chris. His oldest son J.P. currently works for Patterson Dental. Dr. Jim is married to Sonya McDonald and they currently resides in East Grand Forks, MNÂ
Peter J. McDonald, D.D.S.
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Following high school graduation from East Grand Forks Senior High School Dr. Peter McDonald received his undergraduate degree from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. While at the University of St. Thomas Dr. Pete majored in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Pete was also a member of the varsity hockey team. Following St. Thomas Dr. Pete received his Doctoral of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN.
Dr. Pete is a member of the Minnesota Dental Association, The American Dental Association, The International Congress of Oral Implantologists, an The American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Since his graduation from dental school Dr. Pete as continued his education by receiving the University of Minnesota's Postgraduate Program certificate in Esthetic Dentistry. This consists of over one hundred hours of continuing education focusing on achieving ideal esthetics through the placement of tooth colored composite fillings and the placement of all porcelain ceramic crowns and veneers. Dr. Pete is also an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. This consisted of over 380 hours of both clinical and classroom study focusing strictly on the surgical placement of dental implants followed be a written examination.Â
Christopher J. McDonald, D.D.S.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher James Mcdonald has 3 locationsMcdonald Dental Group
2830 S Columbia RdGrand Forks, ND 58201Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher James Mcdonald has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher James Mcdonald has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Christopher James Mcdonald holds an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota.
Medical License
Doctor Of Dental Surgery with an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota that expired in 2025.
NPI Number
Dr. Mcdonald's NPI number is 1194917393.
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