About the Author

Ellie Phillips, DDS, earned her dental degree at Guy's Hospital Medical School in London andgained valuable experience in private practice in Switzerland and the UK. In 1980, she relocatedto the United States and pursued dental specialties in pediatric and advanced general dentistry atthe Eastman Institute of Oral Health in Rochester, NY. Throughout her career Dr. Phillips has heldvarious roles, including faculty member and pediatric clinic director at the University of Rochester, NY. Her expertise spans oral surgery, community health education, general practice, geriatricdental care, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Phillips' interest in health and wellness led her to becomea founding member of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, and she continues to beactively involved in oral health education and microbiome research. She resides in Austin, Texas, and has fi ve children.