My dentist referred me to Dr. McNamara for a root canal consultation. After a thorough examination, it was deciced that I needed it and to my surprise, Dr. McNamara was able to get it done right away! It was over quickly and was completely painless, except for the small pinch of the numbing medicine. The front office woman was delightful and efficient, I was taken back on schedule, and the dental assistant was very professional. I had plenty of questions and the Dr. took time to explain everything to me. read more

Dr. McNamara successfully performed a root canal on a back tooth that usually is more difficult. He explained the options and answered my questions so that I felt we chose the most efficient treatment. read more

The staff was soooo extremely nice. Dr. McNamara was phenomenal. I went in with a LOT of anxiety and he relaxed me; not as bad as I expected. read more

I came in here after experiencing a painful tooth infection on a tooth that had previously had a root canal done. Dr. McNamara was able to get me in for a consultation very quickly. He was very calm and collected, and made me feel at ease as we went through the consultation steps. He was thorough with treatment option plans, and I felt very aware of my options for the next step. Ultimately, instead of a second root canal on an infected tooth, I am opting to have the little sucker pulled, and they cannot do that procedure here. If I had ended up doing the root canal retreatment, I would have felt very confident and comfortable with Dr. McNamara. If I end up needing on in the future [crossing my fingers I don't] I will most likely return here for his work. read more

I have had several root canals done in my life and never have I had as much pain during and after my procedure with Dr McNamara. For starters, his bedside manners could use some improvement. He is not very friendly and seems rushed. Does not really explain what he is doing and is very rough. He kept having to give me anesthetic because I kept feeling pain. I felt line I was being tortured. After the procedures was done I asked if I owed anything they said no. I left and for the next two months felt pain in that tooth everyday. When I called my wonderful dentist who I trust and recommended me to McNamara, they told me I needed to go back to him since he did the work. I said I refused because of my bad experience. I wanted my dentist to do an X-ray and make sure the work was fine. I was that skeptical! My dentist said yes, I had a root canal and showed me the X-ray. They said sometimes done teeth take a while to "settle" after a root canal. The icing on the cake was when I received a bill for $2000 and threatening collection letter. I have insurance and was shocked. When I called McNamara office they said it was a mistake and my bill was paid in full. Such incompetence. Worst dental experience ever. Rude dentist and still in pain after 6 months. Avoid this place read more

To start: I've had several root canals with a variety of dentists and this is a first for me on the dental front. I don't have a fear of dentists or getting work done and think I am a pleasant patient. Including today, I have been to this office twice. I was referred to Dr. McNamara by my dentist because he does root canals. My first experience in January was in having the root canal done. I was taken into my appointment on time. Everything went well EXCEPT for how damn fast he was. Sure, great...dental work in under a half hour sounds cool but I felt like he was tense and rushing the job. Later when I was leaving the office, thinking I was done with the office altogether, I asked the receptionist how he was so fast. She indicated he does root canals all day long and that's all he does. Suffice it to say, I thought that was it and my dentist could finish her job. I went back into my dentist and after an xray she immediately started she couldn't do the work needed on that same root canal tooth! She said Dr. McNamara hadn't put in a post...something about he needed to create a "post space". I was astonished. Thinking I could go to another root canal specialist, I said I would like to be referred to another office to have the "post space" work done. My dentist said I had ro yo back to Dr. McNamara because he would have noted on how deep the space was! My appointment today for the "post space" work was scheduled for 2:30. I want taken back to a chair until 2:50. I sat there waiting until 3:13 before he started the 18 minute job. I was not impressed but far be it for me to give him static as he's running drills in my mouth. He didn't apologize for being so late and behind schedule. I asked him if this lack of a post was standard...I have never had this happen before. He indicated it depends on the structural integrity of the tooth. Whatever. Ultimately, (and I'm guessing here), I think he forgot to insert the post in the first appointment. Suffice it to say I was not charged for today's work. My suggestion: slow down. Be courteous of your patient's time. And for crying out loud...don't forget the post. read more

I was a little anxious going in for a root canal (understandably so but it probably didn't help either that i had a large cup of coffee right before) but Dr. McNamara and the staff were extremely friendly and professional so it made my visit great. The equipment was very new and I was in and out in the span of my lunch hour. I highly recommend this business! read more

Today I had a root canal procedure done by Dr Ryan McNamara and it was an amazing experience. All the steps along the way were fantastic, including x-rays, discussion of my case, anesthesia, and the root canal procedure. This is my 1st root canal with Dr. McNamara but my 3rd root canal. I wish the previous 2 were as smooth and pleasant as this one. Highly recommend him! read more

Great root canal experience! I highly recommend!! I needed a root canal and my dentist recommended/referred me to Dr. Ryan McNamara. I'll admit, I was a bit nervous of the procedure when scheduling -- I mean who wouldn't be? The staff reassured me it was similar to getting a filling and I actually do pretty well with a filling. And oh boy, were they right!! During the procedure I had no pain and I left with no pain! After the procedure, I was forewarned that I may feel pain the day after and given ibuprofen to take to help ease the pain. But guess what? The day after I absolutely had no pain and during the time my numbness wore off also no pain!! I highly recommend Dr. Ryan McNamara and the staff there are extremely sweet as pecan pie! read more

Seemed like nice people not very busy . They worked on an old root canal and , miss aligned my teeth . The pain was much worse then what I had gone in for and unfortunately they couldn't have me in to fix it for four days . It was awful . I ended up calling my dentist who had referred me there originally . He came in on his day off to align my teeth . I wrote a letter simply explaining how disappointed I was . I never received any communication at all back . I think if this happens to me or a family member again we will go somewhere else. read more

First root canal done today. I was really nervous about it, but shouldn't have been. He knew exactly what to do step by step and made the procedure painless. Very professional and skilled. Go here. read more

Need a root canal? SCHEDULE WITH DR MCNAMARA! I am horrified of the dentists' chair after suffering dental trauma as a child. I have put off getting this urgently needed root canal done for over two weeks - continually dismissing the pain with as many painkillers as I can get my hands on. I finally got myself in with Dr. McNamara this afternoon after reading the previous yelp reviews. Was super quick, ZERO pain... And I didn't even need any laughing gas which is pretty unheard of for me. What?! Cannot believe how quick and easy the process was. Thanks so much for showing me that the dentist's doesn't have to be a horror show! ***** 5 star service! #yelpersunite #readytoeat read more

East Hill Endodontics - Endodontists Near Me - Kent, Washington

I had to get 2 root canals and had been putting it off for about 2 years. I broke a back molar and one of my other teeth had finally died from an accident I was in 15 years ago and it was starting to discolor. I had been doing temporary fillings in my broken tooth just to get by because I loathe dentists but on 12/3 when part of my temporary filling came out I knew it was time to just get it done. I emailed Dr. McNamara about my issue and his response was quick and he got me in right away for a consultation and my root canals a few days later. What a painless and easy process. His staff is simply amazing as well. Especially the girl working the front desk. I wish he was a general dentist because I would love to just see him for all my dental needs but I can't. I will recommend this place to anyone in need of a root canal. read more

When I get my teeth at any other dentist office it hurts more than EHE's root canals do. And ive had 2 done there. Both times all I needed was a Tylenol that night for pain. read more

Dr. McNamara, is AWESOME!!!!! He saved me tooth! I'm happy that everything turn out great and he did an awsome job. So nice and kind. Thank YOU! Dr. :) read more

I needed re-treatment on an older root canal tooth. It was important for me to be able to save my natural tooth. The assessment , treatment cautions ,recommendations and prognosis details were right on and easy to understand and the procedure was very gently done. Dr. McNamara and his assistant Stephanie were professional, compassionate and high tech. Christen, the care coordinator, was friendly and overall the atmosphere of the office was comfortable and relaxing. I am pain free and glad that Dr. McNamara was well trained in saving teeth and cautious about treatment approaches. I recommend East Hill Endodontics/Dr. Ryan McNamara ------ excellent! E.C- Kent., WA read more

Ok, how does one get excited about a root canal? 1. The pain relief once it is finished. But other than that hard to find one. Until you go to see Dr. McNamara. Be open and upfront about your wants needs or fears, he will take the best care of you. Truly amazed. Same day service, no return trips and as close to zero pain as I could have ever imagined.Thanks Dr. McNamara. If ya get stuck having to deal with this and live anywhere near Kent WA, ask for him first. And ladies, he is not hard on the eyes either. No, this was not a paid advertisement. read more

Dr. McNamara and his staff are great. As soon as you walk through the door you feel relaxed and comfortable. They take the time to speak to you and understand how you are feeling. I expected to be in a lot of pain post surgery, however, I followed the detailed instructions and feel almost normal. They even called within 24 hours to see how I was doing and to reiterate the post op process. I highly recommend Dr. McNamara. read more

Needing an emergency root canal on a holiday weekend is never a good thing-- but Dr. McNamara and his friendly staff took care of me like I was one their family. I have a history of bad reactions to anesthesia, so they listened very carefully to me and were attentive to my needs. I would hope that no one every needs a root canal, but if you do, go here! read more

Dr. McNamara was recommended to me for a root canal by my dental provider, Dr David Isenberg, whom I trust implicitly. Just the term 'root canal' starts revving up the anxiety generator; the actual process was incredibly fast, easy and I'd even dare say enjoyable due to the fact that Dr. McNamara and his assistant were both so grounded, easy to be with and considerate. The ONLY discomfort was what I worked up within myself out of fear. The entire experience, including front office to final billing, was painless on every level. Thank you! read more

I was referred to Dr. McNamara by my dentist for a root canal. They accommodated my schedule and got me right in. Fixed me up in one appointment. Great service and great staff. They followed up with me to make sure everything is still good. I highly recommend East Hill Endodontics!! read more