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Harrison-McClain
Dr. McClain has been working in the dental field for several years now, getting her start as an assistant before becoming a full-fledged dentist. Today, at Goodlettsville Smiles, she loves having the opportunity to communicate the importance of dental health to her patients while also engaging with them in a genuinely comfortable setting. Her creative talents pair well with quality dental care, and she can’t wait to meet your entire family. Keep reading below to learn more about her:
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
When Dr. McClain first started orthodontic treatment as a sixth grader, she immediately knew that becoming her dentist was her biggest dream. Her desire never changed over the years, and she later realized that this type of work combined all of the things she loved – art, science, and helping people!
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
After graduating cum laude from Tennessee State with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry, Dr. McClain went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery through Meharry Medical College in Nashville, where she was at the top of her class. Later, she earned the valuable opportunity to complete a dental residency through the University of Tennessee Graduate School of Dental Medicine, participating in rotations in the areas of anesthesia, family medicine, oral surgery, emergency medicine, operating room dentistry, and dental forensics.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
When she isn’t busy helping patients, Dr. McClain enjoys spending lots of quality time with her husband, playing tennis, painting, creating pottery, working out, and soaking up the sun. She is also passionate about giving back to her community and has volunteered for several organizations that bring aid to Tennessee’s marginalized communities, such as Remote Area Medical and Hope Smiles. She routinely returns to Meharry to participate in as many volunteer events as possible. She also takes part in an annual mission trip to Jamaica with the Jamaica Awareness Association of California and students from the Meharry School of Dentistry. Some interesting facts about her: she is bilingual and speaks Spanish, is a major foodie, and she loves Michael Jackson.