Dr Gurinder Matharu
("Dr Shelly")
Principal Dentist | Endodontic Specialist | Patient Care Advocate
Dr Gurinder “Shelly” Matharu is the Principal Dentist at Bradbury Dental Surgery and a highly respected leader in patient-centred dentistry across South West Sydney. With over 17 years of clinical experience, she is known for her technical expertise in endodontics (root canal therapy) and her unwavering commitment to personalised care.
Since taking over Bradbury Dental Surgery in 2020, Dr Shelly has transformed the clinic into a trusted, family-focused dental home. Drawing on experience from working in practices across Australia, she has cultivated a culture where empathy, ethics, and clinical excellence go hand in hand.
Her patient-first philosophy guides every aspect of her care. Whether she’s performing a complex root canal to save a tooth or personally checking in after treatment, Dr Shelly ensures each individual feels heard, supported, and genuinely cared for. Patients often describe her as calm, thorough, and deeply compassionate, qualities that have made her a trusted provider for families across Campbelltown and beyond.
Education
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Board certification
Australian Dental Council
Field of expertise
Principal Dentist
Years of practice
17+
Qualifications & Professional Background
Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Sri Rajiv Gandhi College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Bangalore, India (2007).
Australian Dental Council (ADC) Certification (2014).
Mini-Residency in Endodontics, ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development (2015–2016).
Long-standing Member, Australian Dental Association (ADA).
Extensive Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Annual attendance at leading Australian and international dental conferences.
Professional Recognition: Regularly acknowledged by patients and referring colleagues for her clinical skill, leadership, and deep integrity.
Dr Shelly is committed to lifelong learning and clinical excellence. Her formal training includes a postgraduate mini-residency in Endodontics and extensive CPD across all areas of general and restorative dentistry.
She continues to support the profession through informal mentoring, CPD participation, and a reputation for diagnostic precision in complex endodontic care
Clinical Expertise
Dr Shelly is known for her calm precision, advanced clinical knowledge, and unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality care across a wide spectrum of dentistry. Her areas of expertise include:
Advanced Endodontics
Specialising in micro-endodontic procedures and complex re-treatment cases using digital imaging and rotary instrumentation. Patients travel from across Sydney to seek her care in saving teeth once deemed “unsalvageable.”
Comprehensive Family Dentistry
Holistic care across all life stages, from children’s fissure sealants and early orthodontic screening, to adult restorative work and geriatric dental maintenance.
Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry
Expertise in crowns, bridges, porcelain/composite veneers, and inlays/onlays. Dr Shelly’s cosmetic treatments are designed to enhance both function and aesthetics, delivering long-lasting, natural-looking results.
Preventive Dentistry
Proactive, personalised care including oral hygiene instruction, dietary guidance, risk-based assessments, and long-term preventive plans grounded in trust and education.
Dental Anxiety & Pain Management
Widely praised for her gentle techniques, empathetic communication, and ability to support nervous or phobic patients, helping them become confident, regular attendees.
Emergency & Trauma Dentistry
Calm and efficient care for acute pain, dental injuries, infections, and broken or avulsed teeth. Her decisive approach and clear explanations provide immediate relief and reassurance.
Dr Shelly’s diagnostic accuracy is enhanced by cutting-edge digital technology, allowing her to deliver care that is not only clinically precise, but also comforting and patient-focused at every step.
Languages Spoken
Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Dr Shelly communicates seamlessly with Western Sydney’s culturally diverse communities. She is passionate about making quality care accessible to all, regardless of their background.
Philosophy of Care
Dr Shelly’s approach to dentistry is firmly grounded in the core values that guide Bradbury Dental Surgery: patient care, respect, integrity, and innovation. She believes that excellent patient care means not only delivering effective, evidence-based treatments but also doing so with genuine empathy and a deep commitment to each individual's well-being. Respect for every patient’s unique needs and cultural background is central to her practice, ensuring every person feels heard and valued. Integrity shapes her transparent communication, honest treatment planning, and ethical decision-making. Innovation drives her continual pursuit of the latest technologies and minimally invasive techniques, always aiming to enhance comfort and outcomes for her patients.
“For me, dentistry is more than clinical skill—it’s about embodying values that make each patient’s experience caring, respectful, honest, and cutting-edge. These principles guide everything I do, from patient interactions to team leadership.”
Community Engagement & Outreach
Dr Shelly is passionate about giving back to the community and actively leads and participates in several initiatives, including:
Delivering oral health education talks at local schools, helping thousands of children build healthy habits around brushing, nutrition, and dental confidence.
Serving as a community educator for elderly groups, including war widows and widow support community groups, often providing subsidised care to those with limited access to mainstream dental services.
Mentoring female and overseas-trained dental professionals, advocating for diversity and advancement within the dental profession.
Through these efforts, Dr Shelly strives to improve oral health outcomes and support inclusivity both within her local community and the wider dental field.
Team Leadership & Mentorship
As Principal Dentist, Dr Shelly leads by example, fostering a culture grounded in patient-centred care, mutual respect, professional integrity, and a commitment to innovation. She mentors her team to pursue clinical excellence while embodying these core values in every treatment and patient interaction. Through her leadership, Bradbury Dental Surgery continues to be a trusted, forward-thinking practice dedicated to outstanding dental health outcomes and the wellbeing of the community.
Personal Life
When she’s not at the clinic, Dr Shelly loves spending time with her family and exploring the beautiful parks around Campbelltown. She’s a big foodie who enjoys cooking up new recipes and checking out local cafes and restaurants. Yoga and reading help her relax and recharge. She’s also passionate about supporting mental health and education charities, and she’s always keen to learn new things to bring fresh ideas and care back to her patients.