Dr. Pamela McClain is a board-certified periodontist with 19 years of experience treating gum disease, performing dental implants, and helping patients restore their oral health in Aurora, Colorado. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with highest honors from the University of Colorado and completed specialized training in periodontics at the University of California in San Francisco. Dr. McClain is deeply committed to patient education—she believes in helping you truly understand and take control of your dental health rather than just receiving treatment. Her warm, open approach combined with her clinical expertise has earned her major awards including the Master Clinician Award from the American Academy of Periodontology, and she has shared her knowledge through over 100 professional presentations across the United States and internationally. Dr. McClain is accepting new patients and looks forward to partnering with you to improve your smile and quality of life.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), University of Colorado School of Dentistry, Magna Cum Laude
B.S. in Dental Hygiene, University of Colorado
Post-doctoral training in Periodontics, University of California in San Francisco

Board Certifications

Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology

Credential: D.D.S.

NPI registered: 03/29/2007

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Areas of Focus

Periodontal regenerationDental implantsPeriodontal disease treatmentPeriodontal plastic surgeryOral implantology

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) - President 2011-2012
American Dental Association (ADA)
Colorado Dental Association
Academy of Osseointegration
Rocky Mountain Society of Periodontists - President 1992
Academy of Restorative Dentistry - Council Member, Clinic Committee
Columbine Periodontal Study Club - Board of Directors, Chair
International College of Dentists
American College of Dentists
Pierre Fauchard Academy - Honorary

Awards & Recognition

Master Clinician Award from the American Academy of Periodontology (2020)
R. Earl Robinson Periodontal Regeneration Award (1989, 2004, 2006, 2014, 2017)
Distinguished Service Award from the American Academy of Periodontology (2014)
Special Citation Award from the American Academy of Periodontology (2021)
5280: The Denver Magazine Top Dentist (since 2008)
Top 25 Women in Dentistry by Dental Products Report (2012)
First female periodontist to receive Master Clinician Award and Gold Medal Award

Beyond the Office

AAP Foundation - served as President in 2018

Lectures on variety of topics at interdisciplinary dental meetings and conferences locally, nationally and abroad

Given over 100 professional presentations throughout United States and in Europe, South America and Asia

Collaborates with family dentists and other dental and medical specialists

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