At Edward St Dental, we provide general and cosmetic dentistry for patients of all ages in a warm and welcoming environment. We prioritise serving all patients regardless of dental anxiety or phobias.
We are fortunate to have access to the latest dental technology, allowing our dentists to offer pain-free treatments.
Get to Know Our Dentists in Brisbane
We invite you to review biographies about our dentists and professional team of support staff below to get to know us before your appointment in Brisbane. We look forward to serving your dental needs to help promote your best oral health.

Dr Matthew Pulvirenti, BDSc
Dentist
Dr Matthew Pulvirenti leads the team at Edward St Dental, practising dentistry with enthusiasm and a commitment to creating and maintaining beautiful smiles. By welcoming patients and family members of all ages, Dr Matthew emphasizes a holistic approach to dental care. From your very first visit to our dental practice, he wants to provide a comfortable environment and a tailored approach to your care, discussing options and explaining the benefits to you in simple language so you can make the best choice for your oral health needs.
Having grown up in North Queensland, Dr Matthew's father owned the only dental practice in his small town – the clinic was right next door to the family house. After graduating from the University of Queensland, Dental School in 1996, he worked with his father for eight years before moving to Brisbane to open his own dental practice. What Dr Matthew loves about being a dentist is the opportunity to provide patients with a better experience than they have ever have encountered previously. He also values the opportunity to form a new relationship.
Dr Matthew likes to be active and fit in his spare time, playing golf and following every sport played on planet earth. He also loves music and ...
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Dr Ross Galloway, BDS
Dentist
Born and bred in Brisbane, Dr Ross Galloway is part of a family with a solid dental tradition. He is the third Galloway brother to attend the University of Queensland School of Dentistry. Graduating in 1985, he worked in Melbourne and the UK before returning to his hometown and opening Mary Street Dental. Being the principal dentist of this practice, Ross guided his team to establish one of Brisbane's best dental practices and is now partnering with Dr Matthew Pulviernti at Edward St Dental.
Ross enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, focusing on crown and bridge restorations and high-tech dentistry. He attends regular courses and lectures to keep abreast of the latest the dental world has to offer. In addition, Ross established one of Brisbane's premier dental study groups to maintain superior dental education. As a dentist in Brisbane, Ross enjoys learning the life stories and personalities of his clients and adapting dental treatments to suit their unique character and needs.
When able, Ross enjoys running marathons, playing golf, bushwalking and painting.
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Dr Malcolm Cambpell, BDS
Dentist
Dr Malcolm Campbell graduated from the University of Queensland in 1984 and worked in the hospital-based dental service within the School Dental Service. He has also worked overseas as a Dental officer in the Australian Army Reserve for almost 15 years. He began working with Dr Ross Galloway in 1997. Mal's main area of interest is in special needs dentistry, particularly in the care of elderly and medically compromised patients.
Mal is active in many other dental pursuits. He works with several charity organisations, including serving as Co-Director of The Timor Children's Foundation, a charity providing educational opportunities to young Timorese people with a limited dental program.
Mal is married to Andrea, and they have three children. His other interests include playing the Didgeridoo, and he is learning to play the piano/synthesiser. In addition, he enjoys tennis, sailing, maintaining the family farm and being a chauffeur for his kids.
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Ms Emma Bowtell
Dental Hygienist
Emma Bowtell started as a dental assistant in a general dental practice in 2006. She excelled at clean and polish appointments and worked for a periodontist whose team performed cleans each day. This immersion further sparked her drive to complete her studies and become an oral health therapist and periodontal hygienist. Emma joined Edward St Dental for the exciting opportunity to focus on strengthening an already very established hygiene department.
During her time at university, Emma achieved four awards for outstanding oral health practices. They include:
- ADOHTA QLD Branch Oral Health Prize 2015
- Colgate Oral Care Prize for Oral Health Clinical Practice 2015
- Southern Dental Industries Limited Oral Health Prize 2014
- Vardiman Dental Study Association Oral Health Prize 2013
Emma's goal is to individualise her client's oral hygiene regimes to obtain optimal oral health. She uses the latest technology in airflow to improve comfort during clean appointments. Emma also may take x-rays, complete digital teeth scans. In addition, she may treat your gum disease and will carry out whitening procedures and fluoride treatments.
During her time away from the clinic, Emma describes herself as a foodie. She loves eating out but also loves to cook. In addition, she enjoys travel and spending time with her ...
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Michelle
Practice Manager

Janelle
Clinical Coordinator

Anika
Front Office
Katie Mateja
Hygienist and Oral Health Therapist
Katie is from Brisbane and earned her Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Oral Health) in 2009 at the University of Queensland. She was awarded the Dean’s Academic Commendation for Academic Excellence. Katie has worked in dentistry since 2010 at both private at corporate practices before she started with Edward St Dental in 2022.
“My favourite part about my job is interacting with patients and building a trusting rapport with them. Seeing patients comfortable with me and happy to rebook to see ...

Tanya
Dental Assistant

Lauren
Dental Assistant

Emiliana
Dental Assistant
