We strive to be the very best endodontist team in Colorado, improving your quality of life by treating tooth pain and infection in a timely and caring manner. As a small, local, veteran-owned healthcare practice for more than 40 years, we offer state-of-the-art advanced dental care to our local communities. We offer two convenient locations for endodontic treatment and emergency root canal services in Southern Colorado at our Colorado Springs and Pueblo offices.
Founded by Dr. David Ishley in 1981, Endodontic Specialists was and still is dedicated to the proposition that excellence, customer service, and compassion lead to a thriving, team-oriented dental specialty practice. More than four decades later, we remain very clear to our purpose offering the best endodontic care possible in a timely, caring manner.
Our team prioritizes your comfort and care. From root canal treatments to cracked teeth to all other types of endodontic care, our team of dental specialists active members of the American Association of Endodontists and the American Board of Endodontists are committed to saving your natural teeth and providing the highest level of patient care through the most advanced treatment options.
We know the thought of endodontic or root canal treatment may cause uneasiness. Rest assured, when arriving at one of our specialty dental offices, you will be warmly welcomed by our team, who will help you complete the online registration forms (medical history, HIPAA, and consent) and answer any questions you may have.
An assistant will review your completed forms, take x-rays of your teeth, and gather preliminary diagnostic information. Your doctor will then review your x-rays and paperwork and talk with you about your symptoms prior to examining the tooth in question along with adjacent teeth.
Following your exam, we will discuss treatment options including the benefits, risks, and prognoses associated with each choice allowing you to make an informed decision on how to proceed. If electing for treatment, it may start immediately (if desired) depending on the severity of the issue, or be scheduled for a later date. Your comfort is our goal. If you have questions about sleep dentistry or pain management, please ask us about our sedation dentistry options.
Our dental specialty offices are conveniently located in Colorado Springs and Pueblo, and we aim to provide the best endodontic care in Colorado. We combine state-of-the-art equipment, modern anesthetics, and clinical expertise to provide a pain-free experience for you. We also work with you to prescribe any necessary medications and provide after-treatment instructions to limit any discomfort while recovering after endodontic treatment.
Thank you for choosing us to restore your smile and save your natural teeth! Our patient-focused team is dedicated to providing you with a smooth and comfortable experience from the moment you walk in the door.
Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is important to us, too. Recognized locally as a best company to work for by the Colorado Springs Gazette and Colorado Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) State Council, were proud of our team and cant wait for you to meet them.
Dr. Bradley Robert Ross received his doctorate in dental medicine from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2003. While on active duty, he completed a one-year advanced education in general dentistry residency with the US Navy at Naval Station Great Lakes in 2004.
Stationed with the US Marines in Miramar, California, and deployed to Fallujah, Iraq, as a clinic director in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Dr. Ross received specialty training and a Master of Science in health sciences from the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.
After being recognized as the Navys top dental resident with the Chief-of-the-Dental-Corps award, Dr. Ross finished his Navy career in Newport, Rhode Island, where he served as the endodontic specialty advisor for the Naval Health Clinic New England.
Dr. Ross relocated to Colorado Springs in 2012 with his wife, Karen, and their two children, Alexandra and Garrett. He is a proud member of the USOC Volunteer Dental Program, and enjoys the active lifestyle that Colorado Springs allows. Along with hiking and skiing, Dr. Ross is an avid Broncos fan.
Colorado Springs native Dr. Julie Be has worked in general dentistry and endodontics since 1995. She received her D.D.S. with honors from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, where she was actively involved in research. From there, Dr. Be attended the endodontic program at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, and received her certificate in endodontics.
Dr. Be earned her board certification and was named a diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics (ABE) in 2017. Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, and Colorado Springs Dental Society.
Following assignments as an Army officer in military intelligence, Dr. Mathew B. Thompson was accepted to the Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry where he earned a D.D.S. in 2007. He completed the US Armys endodontic residency at Fort Gordon in 2013 and joined Endodontic Specialists in 2016.
Dr. Thompson earned his board certification in 2019 and became a diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics (ABE). While in dental school, Dr. Thompson volunteered in the Dallas Big Brother Program, provided pro bono dental care to the local community earning the Annual Dental Student Award for Service, and served as class president.
Dr. Thompson loves mentoring general dentists interested in the field of endodontics and has given numerous lectures and presentations. He is published in both the Journal of the American Dental Association and the Journal of Endodontics.
Currently serving in the Colorado National Guard, Dr. Thompson enjoys outdoor activities with his wife, Alicia, and son, Caleb. He also spends time playing the piano, participating in church events, and playing with his two miniature schnauzers.
After dental school, Dr. Horspool completed the one-year advanced education program at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. For the next three years, Dr. Horspool served as the 2nd BCT dentist for the 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley, Kansas, and deployed to Iraq in 2010.
Dr. Horspool completed the advanced endodontics program at Fort Gordon, Georgia, and received his certificate in endodontics in the summer of 2014. He remains affiliated with the United States Army by serving in the U.S. Army Reserves, and is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Southern Endo Study Group, and the American Association of Endodontists. Here in Colorado Springs, Dr. Horspool serves athletes as a proud member of the USOPC Volunteer Dental Program.
Born and raised in southeastern South Dakota, Dr. Tyler Schuurmans grew up around his dads small-town dental practice and earned his D.D.S. from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in 2009. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a Captain in the United States Air Force and completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Offutt Air Force Base.
While stationed at Kadena Air Force Base, Dr. Schuurmans practiced dentistry on the beautiful island of Okinawa, Japan. During his time overseas, Dr. Schuurmans completed an advanced general dentistry clinical preceptorship program and served as the executive officer for the 18th Medical Group, one of the largest outpatient medical facilities in the USAF medical service. Following six years of general dentistry practice, Dr. Schuurmans received his advanced specialty training certificate in endodontics and a Master of Science degree from the University of Minnesota where he published his research thesis on utilizing MRI for tooth crack/fracture detection in the Journal of Endodontics. Having passed both his written and oral national board exams, he is board-eligible and on target to soon achieve diplomate status from the American Board of Endodontics.
In his spare time, he enjoys comedy, photography, coffee, hiking, biking, snowboarding, scuba diving, cheering on his beloved Nebraska Cornhuskers and traveling around the mountain west with his wife Alison and two young sons, Henrik and Louie.
Dr. Scott Johnson earned his dental degree from Oral Roberts University School of Dentistry in 1983. He then served in various capacities as a U.S. Navy Dental Officer on land and at sea during his 11 years of service. While on active duty, Dr. Johnson completed a one-year advance clinical program in endodontics at Naval Dental Clinic. He was subsequently selected to attend a two-year civilian endodontic residency program at Baylor College of Dentistry where he received his specialty certificate and Master of Arts in 1991. Before joining Endodontic Specialists as the third partner in 1994, Dr. Johnson served as endodontic department head at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in 29 Palms, California.
Dr. Johnson and his high school sweetheart, Suzan, are proud parents of two daughters, Sarah and Stephanie, and their husbands who have or are currently serving as officers in the US Army and US Air Force. Dr. Johnson enjoys traveling, water sports, collecting military memorabilia, singing in the Colorado Springs Chorale, and serving in church leadership, but is proudest about his recent promotion as Papa to his grandchildren, Henry, Eliza, Madeline, and George.
Shannon Lundy serves as our practice administrator and joined Endodontic Specialists as a business assistant in 2011. Over time, she gradually transitioned into managing the day-to-day operations of the practice. A people-oriented leader, Shannon applies her passion for people to support and develop her team. She is a Colorado native and has remained in Colorado Springs her entire life. Shannon earned her MBA in 2014, just two years after completing her bachelors degree in business management.
Shannon is happily married with two adult children and one grandson who has officially stolen her heart. She brings a love for people and animals (especially cats) and continually strives for personal and professional growth. In her spare time, Shannon enjoys spending time with her family and close friends.
Cindy Hudson, born in Rapid City, South Dakota, spent most of her childhood traveling the world with her Air Force family. She settled in Colorado Springs in 1977. After graduating from high school, she worked in banking for 25 years prior to joining Endodontic Specialists in 2007. She brought her considerable knowledge and great organizational skills to Endodontic Specialists and has become an integral part of our marketing team. Cindy loves to do crafts, scrapbook, read, and ride ATVs.
Ashley Young is a Colorado native and has been in the dentistry field since 2011. She has both chairside and front office experience and brings a friendly smile to our office every day. Ashley enjoys all aspects of dentistry. From serving as a Practice Management Track Organizer for AAE 2020 to working as a Course Coordinator for the International Partnership for the Study of Occlusion. She also has served with the Colorado Mission of Mercy, helping provide free dentistry to those in need in our communities.
Ashley has two beautiful children, Liam and Jade. She enjoys spending every chance she can with them and her husband. In her free time, they enjoy traveling, boating, camping and soaking up all Colorado has to offer.