Our doctors
Donal woodward, DDS
Donal Woodward is a native Oklahoman and was raised in Sand Springs. He attended the University of Oklahoma for his undergraduate education and was then accepted to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. Dr. Woodward graduated dental school at the top of his class and was accepted into the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program at OU Health Sciences Center. Upon completion of his four year residency program in 1989, Dr. Woodward returned to Tulsa to begin his private practice. Dr. Woodward uses his skills in the management of wisdom teeth, multiple extractions, IV anesthesia, implants, orthodontic exposures, and oral pathology.
Dr. Woodward is a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, a past president of the Oklahoma Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), a board certified diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) for over 25 years, and a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity.
Dr. Woodward has been married to his wife Laura for over 35 years, and they have four children and three grandchildren. He loves family time, working in his yard, coaching sports, long walks with his wife, and volunteering at his church nursery. He cares for his patients like his family and looks forward to helping each patient feel comfortable and informed.
joshua Woodward, DDS
Joshua Woodward was born and raised in Tulsa. He completed his undergraduate education at Oral Roberts University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a minor in Biochemistry. During college, he worked at his father’s office and developed an interest in oral surgery as a career. He was then accepted to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and graduated in 2016.
Dr. Woodward completed his four year residency training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, the only level one trauma center in Oklahoma. He served as Chief Resident in 2019-2020. During his time at OUHSC, he was trained in the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with an emphasis on extractions, dental implants, outpatient anesthesia, facial trauma & reconstruction, orthognathic surgery and oral pathology. He currently has an active role in taking oral surgery and facial trauma call at both Saint Francis and Ascension St. John, as well as volunteering at Catholic Charities free extraction clinic.
Much like his father, Dr. Woodward’s main focus is making his patients feel comfortable and ensuring that they have a good experience. He believes in listening to his patients and helping them make well-informed decisions about their care. During his free time, Dr. Woodward enjoys spending time with his wife and high school sweetheart, Melissa; sons, Caleb and Luke; and their dog, Chloe. He volunteers on the worship team at church and plays acoustic and bass guitar.
Blake H. neece, DDS, MD
Blake H. Neece, DDS, MD, is a native of northeast Oklahoma who graduated from Sperry High School and grew up attending church in Skiatook. He earned his undergraduate degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Oklahoma Christian University in Edmond, graduating summa cum laude. While at Oklahoma Christian, Dr. Neece met his wife, Courtlin.
Dr. Neece then attended the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery and graduated first in his class. During dental school, he was selected as the first Reichmann Society Fellow, a distinction reflecting his commitment to surgical education, mentorship, and service. He was also inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon and the Pediatric Honors Society and received the William H. Bell Award, along with several other academic and clinical honors.
Seeking the medical knowledge and advanced surgical training necessary to care for patients with a broad range of oral and facial conditions, Dr. Neece pursued a dual-degree residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. As part of this training, he earned his Doctor of Medicine and gained extensive experience caring for patients in both clinical and hospital settings.
After completing his residency, Dr. Neece returned home to northeast Oklahoma. He is grateful for the opportunity to care for patients and families from the communities where he was raised and considers it a privilege to build lasting relationships with the dentists, physicians, and neighbors who make the region such a special place.
Dr. Neece provides comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical care, including wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, bone grafting, oral pathology, facial trauma, corrective jaw surgery, office-based anesthesia, and temporomandibular joint procedures such as TMJ arthroplasty and total joint replacement. His training prepared him to manage routine surgical needs as well as complex oral and facial conditions.
Dr. Neece believes excellent surgical care begins with trust, communication, and careful planning. He takes time to help patients understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and what to expect before and after surgery. His goal is to provide care that is clinically excellent, efficient, and compassionate. He also values close collaboration with referring dentists, physicians, and specialists. Dr. Neece understands that successful outcomes often depend on teamwork, timely communication, and a strong commitment to doing what is best for each patient.
Dr. Neece’s approach to patient care is shaped not only by his training but also by his faith and family. He and his wife are raising their children with the same values that guide his work: integrity, humility, service, and genuine care for others. Outside of his practice, Dr. Neece enjoys spending time with his wife and children, being involved in his church and community, hunting, fishing, and making memories with his nephews. His faith, family, and connection to northeast Oklahoma remain central to the way he lives, works, and serves the people he is grateful to call neighbors.