Having an expert periodontics and endodontics specialist in charge of your treatment means cutting-edge, compassionate, and gentle care. Additionally, our team works closely with your general dentist to ensure coordinated care.
Dr. Mullins is one of only a few specialists in the country dual-trained in both endodontics and periodontics. Her unique qualifications enable her to provide the highest standard of care and give her patients the most thorough treatment available.
Dr. Stephanie Mullins grew up in the area and graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1994. She received her predoctoral training in cell and molecular biology at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO. She graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry in 2002 and worked in private practice as a general dentist for a few years before returning to UMKC as an academic fellow. It was there she decided to pursue her specialty certificate in periodontics and a masters in oral biology again at UMKC. During her periodontics residency, Dr. Mullins had extensive training in the area of implants, bone regeneration, and grafting techniques.
Dr. Mullins was a clinical assistant professor in the department of periodontics where she received teaching awards both locally as well as nationally. In 2006 she received the American Academy of Periodontics Educator Award; only two of these awards are given nationally every year. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and the first dual-trained endodontist and periodontist in the state of Missouri. In fact, there are only a handful across the country.
She is a professional member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, American Academy of Periodontology, College of Diplomates, American Board of Periodontists, Missouri Dental Association and the Greater Kansas City Dental Society.