About Alana K. Macalik, DDS · Arlington
Alana K. Macalik, DDS (commonly called 'Dr. Mac') is a family, cosmetic, and general dentistry practice in Arlington, Texas, led by Dr. Alana K. Macalik. She grew up in North Dallas, studied at the University of Texas at Austin, and earned her dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry (now part of Texas A&M Health Science Center). The office on W. Green Oaks Blvd provides comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages, with a stated focus on prevention, education, and gentle, anxiety-friendly treatment including sedation dentistry.
Macalik DDS is a single-location dental practice serving Arlington, TX and the surrounding DFW metroplex from its office at 2265 W. Green Oaks Blvd (76013). Dr. Alana K. Macalik — known to her patients as 'Dr. Mac' — built the practice around the philosophy of preventing major dental work through patient education and routine care, drawing on her own childhood experience of having her teeth fixed. The practice offers a comprehensive menu covering general dentistry (cleanings, exams, mercury-free tooth-colored fillings, fluoride, sealants), restorative dentistry (porcelain crowns, dental implants, partial dentures, root canal therapy), cosmetic dentistry (porcelain veneers, Invisalign, professional teeth whitening, smile makeovers), TMJ treatment, sedation dentistry for anxious patients, and emergency dentistry. Dr. Macalik is an Invisalign Gold Provider (2023), a graduate of Baylor College of Dentistry, and a long-time supporter of dental mission trips serving people without access to care. She is married to her husband Matt and has six children; her staff includes hygienist Kendall (Texas A&M / UT Health San Antonio, practicing since 1979) and other long-tenured team members, many of whom have been with the practice for years.
- Owner
- Dr. Alana K. Macalik, DDS ('Dr. Mac')
- Serves
- Arlington, Texas and the greater Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex
- Rating
- 4.9 stars on Google (615+ reviews, per the practice's own website widget); 4.86/5 across ~283 reviews aggregated on Experience.com.
About Dr. Alana K. Macalik
Dr. Alana Macalik — known affectionately as 'Dr. Mac' — runs the Arlington practice. Her bio on the practice website says she 'loves teeth' and has loved them since she was young and had her own teeth fixed. Her stated goal for the Arlington Texas community is to eliminate the need for major dental work by helping educate people and through prevention. She grew up in North Dallas, has lived in the DFW metroplex her entire life, and earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin before completing her DDS at Baylor College of Dentistry (now part of the Texas A&M Health Science Center). She regularly goes on international dental mission trips to help people who have no access to dental care.
- DDS, Baylor College of Dentistry (Texas A&M Health Science Center)
- Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin
- Invisalign Gold Provider 2023
- Married to Matt; six children (four teenagers, two younger daughters)
- Active in international dental mission trips
General & Family Dentistry
The practice positions itself as a family dentist serving patients of all ages, with general dentistry built around twice-yearly cleanings and exams and an emphasis on early detection. Services include mercury-free tooth-colored fillings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and routine exams designed to catch decay, cracks, and infections before they become major problems.
- Dental cleanings and exams (recommended every 6 months)
- Mercury-free tooth-colored fillings
- Fluoride treatments
- Dental sealants
- Patient education and prevention focus
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic work is a major pillar of the practice, with the site marketing Dr. Macalik as a top Arlington cosmetic dentist. Treatments range from simple whitening to full smile makeovers, and the practice is an Invisalign Gold Provider.
- Porcelain veneers
- Invisalign clear aligners (Gold Provider 2023)
- Professional teeth whitening
- Smile makeovers combining veneers, Invisalign, and whitening
- Cosmetic dentistry repairs
Restorative Dentistry
When teeth are compromised by decay, damage, or loss, the office offers a full restorative menu focused on returning both function and appearance. Porcelain crowns are used for broken or damaged teeth and after root canal therapy; implants and partial dentures replace missing teeth.
- Porcelain crowns
- Dental implants
- Partial dentures
- Root canal therapy
- Replacement of failed or aged dental work
TMJ / TMD Treatment
Dr. Macalik has a noted special interest in TMJ care — a service many general dentists do not offer. The practice evaluates and treats jaw pain and dysfunction as part of its menu, and Dr. Macalik has published video content specifically discussing TMJ pain and why the jaw hurts.
- TMJ / TMD evaluation
- TMJ pain management
- Educational video content on jaw pain
Sedation Dentistry for Anxious Patients
The office is built around a gentle, low-fear experience and offers sedation dentistry for nervous patients. Sedation can also allow Dr. Macalik to combine multiple treatments into a single appointment, reducing total chair time.
- Sedation options for anxious patients
- Multi-treatment same-visit scheduling under sedation
- Gentle approach to long or complex procedures
Emergency Dentistry
The practice reserves capacity for dental emergencies including broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, lost fillings, damaged cosmetic work, and chipped teeth from accidents, falls, or injuries. Patients are encouraged to call the office to determine whether they need to be seen immediately.
- Broken tooth
- Knocked-out tooth
- Lost filling
- Chipped tooth
- Damaged cosmetic dentistry
- Acute dental injury or pain
Meet the Team
Dr. Macalik's team shares her vision of maintaining and improving quality of life through dentistry, and many staff members have been with the practice for years — so patients tend to see the same friendly faces at every visit. The team takes time to learn each patient's personal preferences and unique dental needs.
- Dr. Alana K. Macalik, DDS — owner/dentist
- Kendall — dental hygienist since 1979; Texas A&M University, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio; enjoys gardening, entertaining, and church activities
- Long-tenured front-office and clinical staff (per the practice's 'Meet Our Team' page)
Office & Location
The practice operates from a single Arlington location on W. Green Oaks Blvd, equipped with state-of-the-art dental technology. Parking and access are via the office's street frontage; appointments can be booked by phone or through the website's appointment form.
- 2265 W. Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76013
- Phone: (817) 496-7899
- New patient special advertised on the homepage
- State-of-the-art dental technology
Hours & Contact
Office hours run across four regular weekdays with shorter Wednesday/Thursday hours and a Friday-by-appointment schedule. The office is closed Saturday and Sunday. Contact is by phone or via the website's contact form, and online appointment booking is offered.
- Mon 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wed 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thu 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Fri by appointment
- Sat / Sun closed
- Phone: (817) 496-7899
Patient Reviews & Reputation
The practice displays a Google rating widget on its homepage showing a 4.9-star average across 615+ Google reviews. Aggregator sites echo similar numbers (Experience.com reports ~4.86/5 across ~283 reviews), and the practice hosts video testimonials on its site. Reviews frequently highlight Dr. Macalik's gentle manner, the kindness of the staff, and confidence in treatment recommendations. Critical reviews on third-party sites tend to focus on insurance transparency (the practice is fee-for-service and not in-network with dental plans) and occasionally on scheduling preferences.
- Google: 4.9 / 5 (615+ reviews, per practice website)
- Experience.com: 4.86 / 5 (~283 reviews)
- Common praise: gentle care, kind staff, clear explanations
- Common critique: not in-network with dental insurance; fee-for-service
Community & Mission Work
Beyond the Arlington office, Dr. Macalik is involved in international dental mission trips serving communities without access to dental care. She is also described as active with her local church family in her personal time, and the office has hosted community events such as an annual 'Cookies with Santa' gathering.
- International dental mission trips (per Dr. Macalik bio)
- Annual Cookies with Santa community event
- Church and faith-community involvement (per staff bio)