Specialists in Root Canal Treatment

At the Endodontic Group we combine specialist expertise, advanced technology and a compassionate approach to treatment to give every patient the best experience possible.

Our team of endodontists are highly skilled specialists registered with the Australian Dental Board. Collectively, they have around 200 years of specialist experience and use the most advanced technology, including:

  • Digital radiographs to minimise radiation exposure
  • CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) for comprehensive and clear 3D imagery
  • Operating microscopes used in every treatment
  • Single-use instruments to reduce the chance of complications

We were also one of the first practices in Australia to gain Dental Practice Accreditation against the National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards, awarded by Quality Innovation Performance.

Expert care

Our endodontists and their teams work together to put our patients at ease. We’re here to answer your questions and ensure you’re completely comfortable throughout your treatment.

Prompt & convenient treatment

With our team of endodontists practising across six locations, we can avoid waiting lists and treat our patients quickly.

Specialists in emergencies & complicated cases

Our team of endodontists can take on the most urgent and difficult cases and deliver the best possible outcome even in challenging circumstances.

Our History

The Endodontic Group had its beginnings in 1980, when Dr Gilbert Shearer OAM moved from a general practice in Toowong to the current premises in Wickham Terrace and began to practise exclusively in endodontics.

In 1984 John McNamara joined Gilbert's practice after completing his postgraduate training at the University of Adelaide. 

In 1991 William Bowles completed his postgraduate training at the University of Queensland and joined the group, although has now retired. Over time they were joined by Ross Applegarth (1993 - now retired), Matthew Gentner (1995), and Timothy Smith (1999) who all completed their postgraduate training at the University of Queensland, as well as Bayardo Martell in 2002 (Temple University in Philadelphia), Margot Anderson in 2007 (University of Melbourne), and Jonathan Moore in 2009 (Melbourne).

In 2024, Kush Ohri (University of Qld) and Hadeel Abdelhamid (Griffith University) joined the team. At different times, the practice has also been joined by Karen Wong, Ward Rutley, Quan Ho, Laureen Roh & David Yong.

We currently enjoy a busy practice with our endodontists supported by more than 45 team members. We practise across six locations in southeast Queensland - Aspley, Brisbane, Indooroopilly, Ipswich, Maroochydore and Robina - which are all equipped with the most advanced technology.

Gilbert Shearer is now in busy retirement, reducing his golf handicap and doting on his grandchildren. It's our vision to continue to expand the Endodontic Group, improve our services, and maintain our standing as Queensland's leading endodontic practice. Meanwhile, you can see how we've evolved over the years in this short video.