Dr Sarah-Jane Harebottle Shearer
Dr Sarah-Jane Harebottle Shearer was born and brought up in South Africa, but moved to the beautiful Miramichi in 1999, graduating from MVHS. After completing her undergraduate degree in Alberta, she went on to attend Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, in California, completing an additional honours in pediatric dentistry program in her final year. She graduated with honours in 2010, receiving an award from the Southern California Society of Dentistry for Children for excelling in Pediatric Dentistry, as well as the esteemed Boyko award for Christ-like service in dentistry.
Dr SJ has a love of children and is passionate about their care, and helping to alleviate dental fear. With two children of her own, she knows the importance of creating a good dental foundation early in life! She also knows that for many, a visit to the dental office is not something they look forward to! So, together with her team, she strives to make the experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible! She believes that each individual should be treated with respect and the utmost care - as if they were family! From the youngest to the oldest member of the family - she provides gentle, compassionate care.
Sarah-Jane loves travelling, dogs, hiking and a good adventure! Baking, playing piano, singing and being involved at church and spending quality time with family and friends are among her favourite things :).
Dr. William (Bill) Shearer
Dr. William (Bill) Shearer was born in the United States and moved to Miramichi in 2014. After completing his undergraduate degree in Tennessee, he went on to attend Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, in California. After completion of his dental degree, he completed a dental General Practice Residency at the VA Loma Linda HS hospital. Gaining a deeper understanding of all aspects of dentistry, he worked side by side with dental specialist and physicians, caring for veterans of all ages. He has been a member of the Academy of General Dentistry since 2010 and is pursuing his fellowship credentials.
Dr. Shearer has a passion for learning, innovation, and comprehensive care. Understanding that each person is an individual, he aims to establish a positive atmosphere where patients feel that they are part of the treatment team, where they are heard, and are part of the decision making process. He understands that to truly make a difference and be happy with his work, it starts with the patient being on board with the treatment plan and having an informed perspective. In addition, he continues to explore new ways to reduce patient anxiety and improve patient comfort during treatment. All of which are avenues to establishing whole person care, where the client is more than just teeth, but a person, who when given a great experience, can impart that to those in their circle, thus making the greatest impact.
Bill enjoys time with his family, gardening, computers, gaming, VR, and health. He is actively involved with research projects and aims to master what he does so he can have the greatest impact.
HELEN CRAWFORD
Team Leader and Dental Assistant
Helen graduated from Oulton College in 2008, and has been working as a dental assistant ever since. Helen enjoys working with people and helping them work towards a great oral health and beautiful smile. In her spare time, she enjoys family outings like skating,sliding,swimming & movies. She also loves spending time with her friends.
JILLIAN FLETT
Dental Hygienist
Jillian is a self initiated Dental Hygienist who graduated from Oulton College in 2013 and completed her local anesthetic course in 2015 . Her attention to detail and enthusiasm to maintain current and upcoming professional standards, especially focusing on periodontics, is greatly appreciated by her patients and dental team. Jillian greets everyone with an open heart and makes it priority to educate her patients, while creating a trusting relationship. Her goal as a dental hygienist is to make each person feel confident with their smile and overall oral health. Jillian's passion for people doesn't stop at work, she is a loving mother of three and newly married. In her spare time she loves to travel and takes advantage of the beautiful Miramichi river as often as she can.
Réjeanne Stewart
Dental Assistant
Réjeanne's dental career started when she graduated from NSIC in 1980. She's been fortunate to have had a career in the same dental office for 38 years. She takes pride in her work and benefits from the one on one time with patients. Réjeanne also holds her family close to her heart. Her husband, daughter and son have always been number one, and now she gets to enjoy being a grandmother to her lovely twin granddaughters.
Sydney Gammon
Dental Hygienist
Sydney's dream was fullfilled in 2017 when she graduated from Oulton College as a self initiated Dental Hygienist with a local anesthetic course. Sydney is dedicated to the dental field and continues her education through continuing education courses. Born and raised in Miramichi she is please to be able to work locally. Her friendly personality allows her to connect with her patients in both french and english.
Lilianne LeBouthillier
Receptionist/ Treatment Coordinator
Lilianne graduated from Oulton College in Moncton, NB in 2017 and has been working as a medical office administrator ever since. She loves working with people and she has a passion for animals as well. She has a little weiner dog at home, and a 100 lb boxer lab german sheppherd at her parent's house! She loves to travel in her spare time, especially to Prince Edward Island, as this is where her little nephew lives. She holds her family very close to her heart, and on her spare time she loves to go for nature walks and loves to spend time with friends!
Audrey Creamer
Receptionist - Treatment Coordinator
Audrey is married with 2 grown sons and 1 granddaughter. She has been working in this office for over 30 years and is very happy to have had a career in this family oriented business.
