'My goal is to provide the same excellent care to my patients that I would want to receive myself. Our patients comment on my ability to explain in detail what their procedures entail and in answering all questions. This inspires their confidence and trust that their treatment will provide optimal results in oral and dental health.' - Dr. Shear
Dr. Sameer Kapoor is a native from Allentown, PA. He graduated fromParkland High School and attended Temple University where he received hisBaccalaureate and a Masters degree in Biomedical Science with high honors.Upon graduating, Dr. Sam became a college professor teaching Biology,Anatomy and Physiology. However, it was always his dream to become adentist, so he took off to the State University of New York for dentalschool.
Throughout dental school, Sam found himself gravitating toward a career inperiodontics and once he obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery, he decidedto continue his studies in periodontics at Indiana University PurdueUniversity Indianapolis, where he graduated with a Master of Science inPeriodontology and a minor in oral pathology. During this time, Dr. Samworked at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Indianapolis, where heobtained a certificate in periodontics and dental implant surgery. Hereceived advanced training in dental implant surgery, gum grafting, bonegrafting, oral surgery, sedation and oral medicine. Dr. Sam credits histime at the Veterans Center for his ability to create a calmingenvironment for his patients with high anxiety- a gift his patientscontinue to tout today. Sams extensive medical journey prepared him wellin understanding how oral health plays into a patients overall health. Samis passionate about getting to know his patients and offering them the moststate-of-the-art techniques in periodontics and dental implant surgery.
Outside of work, Dr. Sam enjoys spending time with his family. Dr. Samsentire extended family resides in the Lehigh valley. Dr. Sams wife is adermatologist. She sub-specializes in MOHS and Cosmetic Surgery andpractices in the Lehigh Valley. The two of them enjoy spending time withtheir latest addition to the family, little baby Harris. Dr. Sams oldersister is a gastroenterologist, who also practices in the Lehigh Valley.Dr. Sam is very passionate about giving back, and has a lengthy history ofhelping those in need around the world- whether its raising money forthose displaced after an earthquake or collecting clothes for refugees.
Elliot Shear, DDS, a Lehigh Valley native from Allentown, PA, is a specialist in the private practice of periodontics and dental implants, located in Bethlehem, PA. The office provides advanced quality treatment for patients with the goal to attain ideal oral health. Dr. Shear focuses on rebuilding lost oral tissue to help patients regain normal function. In cases where teeth have been lost, Dr. Shear works in close collaboration with a restorative dentist to provide dental implants, giving patients the look and feel of a natural dentition.
Graduate of William Allen High School, Allentown, Pennsylvania. Bachelor of Science degree, Pennsylvania State University. DDS degree, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Resident in Anesthesiology, University of Vermont Medical Center Hospital, Burlington, VT. Certificate in Anesthesiology. Specialty Certificate in Periodontology, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
Chief, Division of Periodontics, Department of Dentistry, Lehigh Valley Health Network. Teacher of the Year Award, Dental Residency Program, LVHN. Dr. Shear has been listed in topDentists since 2011. Past President, Bethlehem Dental Society.
Dr. Shear's distinctive and extensive training as well as his many years of experience in implant and periodontal therapy have proven to provide our patients the highest quality of care. His affiliations with many professional organizations, including active membership in the ADA, The American Academy of Periodontology, The Delaware Valley Academy of Osseointegration, and others, allows the practice to stay on the cusp of research and clinical treatment.
As a periodontist, Dr. Shear's primary concern is the preservation of the natural dentition and the regeneration of lost periodontal tissues. If preservation of natural teeth or regeneration of periodontal tissues cannot be achieved predictably due to advanced disease, his goal is to restore health, function and aesthetics through competent implant therapy.
One of our primary goals is to be a helpful and valuable member of an interdisciplinary team together with our referring doctors. We provide efficient communication and continued exchange of knowledge and ideas as part of a team approach. Please feel free to contact our office at any time to help in the treatment of your patients.
I am always smiling. I have been working with Dr. Shear since 2010 and in my dental profession, over the past three decades, I have enjoyed many years performing in all aspects of dentistry. I value providing the best possible individual care for our patients' needs. I reside in Bethlehem and enjoy classical music, reading and travel. My pride are my three daughter and four wonderful grandchildren.
Elke has relocated to the Lehigh Valley area after living in Central Florida for the last 25 years. She has joined Dr. Shear's team in 2012 as Office Manager bringing 25 years of dental experience. Her smile is the first thing you will see when you visit our practice. In her free time she enjoys her family, travel and of course her three beautiful grandchildren. She is a life-long NY Giants fan being raised in NJ living near the Meadowlands.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 7 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestChristine Whitehead
2 years ago
I can't say enough about Dr. Shear and his assistant. WONDERFUL! Accommodating, friendly, gentle and amazing are just a few of the words to describe them. Wonderful work done for a gum graft I had done. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!
A. Andrews
2 years ago
Dr. Shear is a perfectionist. He pays great attention to detail and really, you're not done until *he's* done. But when he's happy with the work he did to your mouth I promise, *you* will be happy. He's been my periodontist for 20+ years. Under his guidance my dentition has improved tremendously. Medical specialists are not inexpensive but there comes a time when we reach a certain age and we need their guidance. Make an appointment. You will be happy.
Christine Whitehead
3 years ago
I can't say enough about Dr. Shear and his assistant. WONDERFUL! Accommodating, friendly, gentle and amazing are just a few of the words to describe them. Wonderful work done for a gum graft I had done. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!
A. Andrews
3 years ago
Dr. Shear is a perfectionist. He pays great attention to detail and really, you're not done until *he's* done. But when he's happy with the work he did to your mouth I promise, *you* will be happy. He's been my periodontist for 20+ years. Under his guidance my dentition has improved tremendously. Medical specialists are not inexpensive but there comes a time when we reach a certain age and we need their guidance. Make an appointment. You will be happy.
Raymond Haggerty
3 years ago
Dr. Elliot Shear always strives to provide the very best quality treatment for his patients in helping them maintain good oral health. He achieves this by constant study of new treatment modalities and advancements in the dental literature he reads both subscribed and online and by the numerous courses and the periodontal conventions with the lectures he attends. Dr. Shear is a very caring person for his patients well being throughout their treatment and nothing is more important to him then producing a successful outcome for them. He and his Staff provide a kind, professional, treatment environment for their patients always. Additionally, and most importantly, Dr. Shear works very closely with his referring dentists, be they general practioners or specialists. He makes himself available to these referring dentists by phone, by meeting directly with them to discuss complex cases, and his staff provide the very best correspondence and updates to these referring doctors keeping them well informed of the shared treatment progress of their patients. This precise and frequent communication is absolutely critical for good patient treatment. It was my pleasure to have had the opportunity to work with him for over 38 years before I retired. When I referred patients to him, I always had the confidence that they would receive the best of dental care and sound judgement in their treatment planning. Sincerely, Dr. Raymond Haggerty, Retired
Raymond Haggerty
4 years ago
Dr. Elliot Shear always strives to provide the very best quality treatment for his patients in helping them maintain good oral health. He achieves this by constant study of new treatment modalities and advancements in the dental literature he reads both subscribed and online and by the numerous courses and the periodontal conventions with the lectures he attends. Dr. Shear is a very caring person for his patients well being throughout their treatment and nothing is more important to him then producing a successful outcome for them. He and his Staff provide a kind, professional, treatment environment for their patients always. Additionally, and most importantly, Dr. Shear works very closely with his referring dentists, be they general practioners or specialists. He makes himself available to these referring dentists by phone, by meeting directly with them to discuss complex cases, and his staff provide the very best correspondence and updates to these referring doctors keeping them well informed of the shared treatment progress of their patients. This precise and frequent communication is absolutely critical for good patient treatment. It was my pleasure to have had the opportunity to work with him for over 38 years before I retired. When I referred patients to him, I always had the confidence that they would receive the best of dental care and sound judgement in their treatment planning. Sincerely, Dr. Raymond Haggerty, Retired
gregsant12 Santos
4 years ago
Excellent service !, the best doctor. its exceptional staff, and an extremely nice place! .100% good.
Kathy Werth
4 years ago
Dr. Shear is a caring, gentle, totally informed, EXCELLENT person and periodontist! He has helped me so much throughout the years and I totally appreciate him! His staff is very good also!
gregsant12 Santos
4 years ago
Excellent service !, the best doctor. its exceptional staff, and an extremely nice place! .100% good.
Kathy Werth
5 years ago
Dr. Shear is a caring, gentle, totally informed, EXCELLENT person and periodontist! He has helped me so much throughout the years and I totally appreciate him! His staff is very good also!
Vicki Youngelman
6 years ago
Dr.Shear is an outstanding Periodontist. He is extremely cautious and because of this he does not rush to surgery.He does approach symptoms in steps. Always trying to aleviate the problems with his very large amount of medical knowledge , from many many years in practice. Besides his expertise, as a person, he is kind, caring, excellent listening skills and has a beautiful soul. A patient is in the best of hands with Dr. Shear. I might add his staff is also terrific Beverly the nurse by his side is top notch. The front desk with Ilka running it is flawless and she makes you comfortable from the minute yout meet her. So if this is your first time with this team just know you are with the best. Vicki Youngelman
Vicki Youngelman
7 years ago
Dr.Shear is an outstanding Periodontist. He is extremely cautious and because of this he does not rush to surgery.He does approach symptoms in steps. Always trying to aleviate the problems with his very large amount of medical knowledge , from many many years in practice. Besides his expertise, as a person, he is kind, caring, excellent listening skills and has a beautiful soul. A patient is in the best of hands with Dr. Shear. I might add his staff is also terrific Beverly the nurse by his side is top notch. The front desk with Ilka running it is flawless and she makes you comfortable from the minute yout meet her. So if this is your first time with this team just know you are with the best. Vicki Youngelman
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