I really like Dr. Burke, the entire office seems really accommodating and I have never had a problem with them. The main receptionist, Rae, is extremely friendly and always has a smile on. Dr. Burke also frequently makes great (read: non-awkward) conversation, and is a pleasure to have around. He makes sure that you are okay (good for nervous people) before proceeding forward with any procedure. If you have the choice - I would recommend him. read more

Dr. William Burke is a good dentist. When he sees you in the dental room, he'll greet and have a small conversation with you before working on your teeth. I know that many people just simply hate dentists. But Dr. Burke does a wonderful job making you feel comfortable. He's the best dentist I've had when it comes to injecting novocaine. He's very gentle. I give him 4 stars for 2 reasons: 1. He has about 4 rooms for each patient. However, the rooms are not completely walled off. So, you could, if you're really that nosy, glance over to the next patient over and see what Dr. Burke or an assistant working on something. You can definitely hear what's going on in the next room. So, that can make some of you really nervous. 2. We started off great but somehow a misunderstanding/a typo/a mishap or whatever, really messed up a billing. It threw me off just a little, financially. So, I suggest that you call your dental insurance to see how much you have left (of a quota) or how much you're covered for a procedure. Otherwise, Dr. Burke is a pretty good dentist. His staff are really friendly. read more

After a horrible experience with Connecticut Avenue Dental, I was looking for someone to clean my teeth - and I am so happy to have clean teeth! The office is nice and clean and really convenient to the metro. I had to wait a bit but that was only because the hygienist had called in sick and he was doing the work himself. Dr. Burke was very nice and as the others have said, had some conversation with me and gave me a rundown of what he was going to do before he did it. The receptionist and assistant were really nice as well. I haven't had any major work done but as far as preventative care I am very satisfied. It has been hard trying to find a good dentist in the city, and if you are having trouble as well, check out their office. read more

I really like Dr. Burke and his office. I had a really bad experience with a dental office not being honest about what I needed done to my teeth, (I floss every day and brush at least twice a day and somehow had 2 cavities. The previous office gave me fillings and then chipped on of my teeth. I found two years later from my child dentist I did not even need the fillings!) so I am very hesitant with new dentists. I told him about my experience and he took 15 minutes to give a breakdown of most of my teeth and any issues. I needed a root canal (because of the chipped tooth from previous dentist) and he showed me my x-rays and explained EXACTLY why I needed it done. He also explained how I can make sure the insurance company pays as much as possible for the surgery. His staff are also really friendly as well. I highly recommend him! read more

I love this dental office. I have recently made a pact with myself to never visit a dentist without a personal recommendation from someone, and Dr. Burke came highly recommended by a friend. Not only is the dental care top-notch, the reception also takes care of all your billing issues, and administrative things promptly. Dr. Burke seems very knowledgeable and skillful, and the hygienist does a *very thorough* job with the cleanings.... but not without some (constructive) criticism and a little bit of shaming if your habits are not up to snuff. I have not had any dental emergencies, so that is the one thing about which I cannot comment. read more

Dr. Burke is nice dents , BUT his staff are horrible, they never call you back, and missed up the schedule, it happened twice with me, also the assistant isn't the smartest person you would like to meet, the patient rooms are old crabby and the seats is too damaged need replacement. the billing system is so bad and it so hard to read and understand the bill, I have insurance but I have no idea how they quote. his pricing is a bit high as well I do like the man, but I hate his staff so much, I wish if he can get rid of them and renew his office. read more

As I write this, the right side of my face is numb from getting my first-ever cavity filled by Dr. Burke, so you have to imagine he's pretty good if I'm still giving him 4 stars. It didn't hurt at all. I was actually surprised when he was done, it was so fast. The practice is pretty high tech - digital x-rays and a fancy new water pick instead of the standard tooth polisher. They take a lot of insurance. The people are pretty nice, too. Yeah, sometimes there's a wait, but, in general, if you work in Farragut this is a good choice for your dentist. read more

I really like going to Dr. Burke. Not only does he take my CareFirst Dental insurance, but I also enjoyed the way I was treated by him and his staff. I also like the fact that you can actually see outside unlike most medical offices in the city. The one caveat with his practice is that his building is located next to Dickey's Frozen Custard and I have yet NOT to go there after a visit to the dentist. read more

"Top notch dentistry in the DC area." I've been a patient of Dr. Burke's for close to twenty years. Whether it's a routine cleaning or an emergency visit , his team is polite, professional and courteous. Dr. Burke is a professional, offering excellent, gentle care. And when necessary, he always offers the perfect referral for related services. read more

I just had a cleaning performed by another dentist: My gums are healthy and in perfect shape, and there is no erosion of my jaw bone whatsoever. Dr. Burke's recommendation that I have a deep cleaning procedure done was bogus and, in my opinion, just a way to milk me for more money. Read the seven filtered one-star reviews about Dr. Burke's practice. Be warned. read more

A new patient, already I'm impressed with Dr. Burke's knowledge, accommodation, and dedication. Dr. Burke is a straight-shooter that tells it like it is, puts together a solid game plan, and executes. This is an honest, hardworking man who loves his work, and it shows. I am very thankful to have found a damn good dentist, and I highly recommend him. read more

I am always happy with my appointments here. They send you text and telephone reminders which are extremely helpful on our busy days. Kenyetta who works the front desk explains my billing accurately and is very helpful with any questions I have. I go to Dr. Burke for my cleanings and he's very thorough. He also gives me a tough time with my teeth and really puts hi time and effort into mine! He and Kenyetta are the reasons why I haven't changed my dentist in 3 years. All previous years were spent bouncing around from dentist to another dentist with how various complaints Ive had involving billing and not being straightforward or honest of my expected payments. If youre in DC, this should be your dentist. You'll save a lot of headaches read more

Dr. Burke is someone I wouldn't recommend to my worst enemy. I had gone to him for a little over a year and each time I thought it would get better. I had him fill a couple of cavities for me, he didn't use enough novacaine but the worst part was - I am in my thirties and haven't had a cavity since I was a kid. I don't think I had cavities at all. The next cleaning he told me I had 4 more cavities so I promptly went to another dentist who told me I didn't have any cavities (and that was 6 years ago and I haven't had a problem since). My friend also went to Dr. Burke who told her she needed oral surgery and gum scraping. Afterwards she ended up contracting an infection and had to see an emergency dentist to fix it. When she called Dr. Burke's office about the infection, they were unconcerned. I tried to report this guy to the ADA but haven't gotten around to doing it so I'm posting here in the hopes that I can save people from going to this guy. read more

If I could give this man a zero I would. I started off really liking him. His staff is really nice and so is he. Then, they were 45 minutes LATE for my second appointment which was scheduled on my lunch break. I had to email my boss and apologize. THEN they told me I had to pay up front for my filing $500 and that the insurance company would pay me back AKA he doesn't want to wait for his money so he puts out a 20 something $500 until insurance pays. Thanks. THEN the insurance company tells me he should have only charged $280 and I was responsible for $146 and they pay $133. So, I find myself out $200. I called Dr. Burke's office who gave me the run around three times. Now they are claiming they don't have anything from the insurance company so we will have to wait. It's been a month. I need my money. This is such bad business. I will NOT see this man again. And if I don't get my money back, he will be sued for insurance fraud. You people will need to find a new dentist. Sorry. read more

Worst experience I have had at the dentist as far back as I can remember. This was my first "cleaning"/appointment at this office. The building as well as office is old thus appears to be not as clean as a newer facility would be. There are no individual rooms so you do hear every conversation going on around you. The dental assistant that performed my cleaning, which took over two hours?, never used water once and was more interested in chiseling away at my gums than anything else. I have never spit out more blood during a cleaning in my life but was made to feel that this was "normal" and that "it actually isn't that much blood." It was unnecessarily painful and numbing cream was used twice on my teeth, which has never been done before, to help ease the pain. Have I already mentioned this was for a cleaning??? When I reached the point where I could not stay quiet about how much blood I was spitting out the dental assistant grew very defensive and impatient with me, making the entire experience very tense and awkward. The X-Rays, don't even get me started. I think that Elsie, S. said it all for me below. Both sides of my mouth were raw and red from the lack of gentleness and constant tearing and rubbing against the gigantic devise that was put in my mouth. I was directed to hold the devise still both in my mouth and with my hand as the X-Rays were being taken, how professional. I think we had to re-take at least four of the X-Rays and one side of my mouth she gave up on because the devise was not working properly. We tried that side at least 3 times. I had fillings performed my last visit to the dentist which was about ten months ago in Ohio. Fillings that should last for at least five years plus and was told that I would need these fillings replaced again on one side of my mouth. Dr.Burke didn't even recognize that I had fillings done already until I told him. I think it has already been mentioned that there "was potential for being taken for a ride" and I have to agree. read more