Sharon Lewis

Sharon Lewis is a Research Fellow in Dentistry within the Division of Dentistry (L5), focusing on evidence-based dental practices and public health interventions. Her work spans multiple critical areas in dentistry and geriatric care, with strong emphasis on systematic reviews through the Cochrane Collaboration.

Her educational background includes a Master in Science in Clinical Research from Lancaster University, awarded November 1, 2015.

• Intensive Care Unit Nursing and Health Professions (100%)
• General Anesthesia Medicine and Dentistry (79%)
• Hip Fracture Medicine and Dentistry (66%)
• Tracheal Intubation Medicine and Dentistry (66%)
• Adverse Event Pharmacology (51%)
• Hypothermia Medicine and Dentistry (43%)

Dr. Lewis's research output demonstrates a clear trajectory toward preventive dentistry and population health, with recent work focusing on community-based interventions for dental caries in children and water fluoridation effectiveness. Her work bridges clinical dentistry with public health policy, particularly in evaluating interventions for vulnerable populations including children and the elderly. The systematic review methodology she employs provides high-quality evidence for clinical and policy decision-making.

Her research has generated significant impact, particularly in informing policymakers on the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of water fluoridation. This work has been referenced in policy sources, cited in Wikipedia pages, and garnered attention across social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter) and Bluesky, with substantial readership on academic platforms like Mendeley.

Dr. Lewis collaborates extensively through the Cochrane Collaboration, working with researchers across multiple institutions on systematic reviews that inform clinical practice guidelines. Her work on falls prevention in older adults and rehabilitation for ankle fractures demonstrates her broader interest in musculoskeletal health and geriatric care beyond pure dentistry.