We're Trailside Dental
Our team is proud to have been serving friends and neighbors in Northwest Arkansas for over 30 years. We're a group of passionate and friendly individuals dedicated to delivering exceptional dentistry in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We can't wait to meet you. Until then, please take a moment to get to know us!
Eric McDonald, DDS
A native of Greenwood, Arkansas, Dr. McDonald went to the University of Arkansas for his undergraduate degree. Upon graduation, he married his wife, Caroline, and they took off on a 4-year adventure in Memphis, Tennessee, where he obtained his D.D.S. degree. After dental school, the McDonalds spent the next six years in Kansas City where Dr. McDonald practiced general dentistry and learned how to provide the highest quality dental care built on mutual trust, transparent relationships, and a genuinely positive atmosphere.
As much as the McDonalds loved their time in Kansas City, they knew their hearts would always be in Arkansas. They moved back to NWA in 2021 and are thrilled to call Arkansas home! Dr. McDonald transitioned into ownership of the practice in 2022 when Dr. Steven Kimbrough made the difficult decision to retire. He is excited to meet each and every existing patient as well as welcome new ones! Dr. McDonald is dedicated to getting to know each of his patients with the goal of helping them build confidence in their health and smile.
Education
D.D.S., The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
M.S. in Biology, The University of Arkansas
Professional Certifications & Associations
American Dental Association (ADA)
Outside the Office
When he's not helping patients, you'll likely find Dr. McDonald spending time with his wife and son, Reid (3). The three of them love to spend as much time outside as possible–biking, swimming, hiking, you name it! Dr. McDonald is also a huge disc golf fan, so you might catch him on the course on the weekends! He's an avid music fan, and he and his wife love to frequent local concerts on date nights. Last but not least, as any true Arkansas native, Dr. McDonald loves calling our Hogs!
