Dr Hiri Etessami is the kindest, gentlest, and foremost skilled Oral surgeon in Los Angeles. Oral surgery is obviously intimidating, and Dr Hiri immediately puts you at ease with his gentle approach as he questions you on what the issues are and his thorough exam that follows. He explains everything and makes an assessment of what needs to be done. Everything is explained easily and thoroughly. High high recommendation! read more

I came to Dr. Etessami's office after a month of major discomfort. My regular dentist wasn't sure what was going on and referred me to him. Dr. Etessami was able to see me right away, quickly pinpointed the exact tooth causing the issue, and even fit me in for a same-day root canal. His bedside manner, empathy, and aftercare were outstanding. He took the time to explain every step of the process, made sure I felt no pain, and worked with incredible precision and efficiency. What could have been a stressful and overwhelming experience instead felt manageable and reassuring. Brianna at the front desk was wonderfully helpful, and his nurses were kind and attentive throughout my visit. I can't recommend Dr. Etessami highly enough read more

Dr. Rami Etessami is the "crème de la crème" of Endodontists. Dr. Rami has perfected a very intricate procedure that is pain free. I dread tooth pain and what a relief! No pain! Dr. Rami approached me with thoroughness and patience. He talked me through each step with the expertise and the confident calm that comes from years of experience. He was continually conscious of my comfort. His kind reassuring manner puts patients at ease. The office is beautiful and comfortable and helped me feel secure throughout. His dental assistant, Nancy, added to the positive experience. Dr. Rami is a "master" in his profession and the definite "go to" for a root canal. He is a true gift to humanity. read more

I've been here when I've needed Special dental care and procedures done. The care that I get here is amazing from the time I walk in the office they're always so great . Rami is the best make me feel like family, that feeling is very important when it comes to getting help with your health care, who better than somebody so loving and caring and that's who he is so mark my words, you would not regret your visit. He gets a from me! read more

Dr. Hiri is amazing! I've had many oral surgeries over the years including multiple root canals, and no other oral surgeon compares. Dr. Hiri and his expert staff are attentive, compassionate, patient, and masters of their dental care specialty. He and his team truly care, embracing you as family, and are devoted to your oral care. Our world really needs more Dr. Hiri's in it. As a small business owner, I aspire to maintain the mastery of my profession, and personal connection with my clients that he has shown me over the years. read more

DR. Etessami has been my family's oral surgeon for years. Aside from his skills to painlessly and easily solve any major problems, his personal touch and care is beyond belief. Ideally you never need to visit an oral surgeon, but if you do, this is your best option. read more

Most caring dentist/doctor I have ever met. Performed an emergency root canal after another dentist overlooked the issue. Not only did Dr. Rami see me the same day, he checked up on me to make sure I was okay over the weekend. Run, don't walk. read more

In short: I highly recommend you go see Dr. Rami for any endodontic work but ESPECIALLY if you are a special case, complicated case, or generally have dental anxiety. I had all 3 and I would surely have been in trouble if I didn't see Dr. Rami for my procedure. I can't begin to describe how amazing and important my experience was with Dr. Rami. I went to him for a consult and 2nd opinion on a root canal retreatment procedure. As I sat waiting, he made sure to come by, shake my hand and let me know he'd be with me shortly (great bedside manner). As I waited, I also noticed how he was treating the other patients in the office with such care, all of them thanking him for his work and sounding very satisfied. Dr. Rami spent at least 15-20min reviewing my prior X-rays sitting next to me. He explained very clearly what was going on with my tooth, what the risks were and 4 potential approaches I could choose for next steps. He told me the pros and cons of each option. He even showed me some of the complications using a 3D physical model of a mouth where I could see the tooth in question, where my mandibular nerve was, etc. I have never received such a thorough assessment before - he made sure I fully understood my situation and what my options were. He speaks from a place of great experience (he teaches at UCLA, an expert in his field). I decided to go through the treatment immediately. They were able to give me laughing gas to ease my nerves. Importantly, Dr. Rami identified and removed a toxic filling material he found in the old root canal during the treatment. It was a complete shock and surprise and I'm so grateful that someone as skilled as him was doing my procedure and knew how to handle the complications that came up. He offered flexible payment options for the procedure that I did that day. He called me the next day on my cell to check on me and how I was recovering (something I've never had another endodontist do). When I called in 4 days later saying I was still experiencing pain, he called me back right away and reassured me everything was tracking normally and invited me back to the office to get some support. He is kind, warm, personable, and above all very skilled. Couldn't recommend him enough! read more

Had my wisdom teeth extracted by Dr. Hiri Etessami. The experience was amazing. After my first appointment, it was an easy decision to come back and have my teeth removed at this location. Recovered quickly with no issues. Front Desk Lead and all Associates were kind and knew what they were doing. Informative and helpful throughout my visit. Garage parking available. read more

I have had 2 root canals from Dr Rami Etessami and I can't say enough good things about him. One was for an infected tooth and was painless. The other was a root canal redo since the previous root canal wasn't done properly. Two other very expensive Endodontists in Brentwood wouldn't touch the redo and told me to have the tooth pulled and an implant put in but Dr Rami said he was very confident he could fix it and save my tooth and he did! The other 2 Endodontists I went to appeared extremely impatient with my questions about my options but Dr Rami was the only one of the 3 who was extremely patient and answered all of my questions in a calm and pleasant manner....this is why I went to him. Hopefully I won't need another root canal but if I do I will for sure be going back to Dr Rami. I love his kind and patient bedside manner and he is obviously very skilled and the rest of the staff is very pleasant as well! read more

Dr. Etessami is a true gem. He attended all of my questions and concerns thoroughly and generously, with warmth, humor, and his full presence. I contacted Dr. Etessami after my general dentist recommended I have a tooth extracted due to a fractured root. After looking over my scans and performing his own x-rays, Dr. E informed me that there was, in fact, nothing wrong with my tooth. My original dentist had misdiagnosed me. Dr E did not charge me for the consultation or the x-rays. He spent his time with me, provided me with his expertise, and sent me on my way, expressing happiness and relief on my behalf that I did not need to have any work done. I left his office feeling like I had received a true gift. Thank you so much Dr. Ettessami! You are one of a kind and your patients are so lucky to have you! read more

The last thing I wanted to was come back. Don't get me wrong, I love Dr. Hiri E. But who wants another root canal? Apparently I process stress by grinding teeth in my sleep - so I did, unfortunately, need a 2nd root canal. This joint's extraordinary staff responded immediately. They make hard things happen for breakfast every day so scheduling's a breeze. Their unique environment is truly unforgettable. Forget the sterile procedural places focused on credit cards & insurance. This environment emphasizes patient care in a traditional manner from a by gone era. Their soothing approach made me feel loved the minute I walked in the door. They handled intake processing with kindness & grace & quickly ushered into a diagnosis room with my dignity intact. Dr. E's stellar bedside manner immediately put me at ease. He gracefully checks & rechecks every detail with a light touch before recommending a procedure. His consummate attention to detail starts with the latest technology & ends with old fashioned time tested methods that confirm what's wrong & exactly where & how to fix it. His ability to explain things in simple terms is relieving. I now see why my previous experience resulted in fast relief that required no return adjustments. Before we started the attentive team made certain I was comfortable & knew they were there for me in every possible way. Dr. E explained everything he was doing as he did it so I encountered no surprises. His soothing voice comforted me with information & reduced my fears of the unknown. This pro anticipated my anxiety & addressed my concerns in real time. I was given parking validation, instructions & medication on my way out eliminating the need to run to the pharmacy. Why doesn't every Dr. do this? Above all Dr. E redefines patient care by being present in an unforgettable manner. I'm so glad My dentist referred me to this mensch. read more

Dear Dr. Hiri Etessami, I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for the exceptional care you provided me. From the moment I walked into your office to the completion of my treatment, your professionalism, expertise and attention to details have truly exceeded my expectations. In fact I have never felt more comfortable or confident in a dental office. You took the time to explain to everything thoroughly, answered my questions with patience and made sure I was comfortable throughout the process. You even followed up with two phone calls after I left your office to check on my well-being. It is obvious that you deeply care about your patients and that level of dedications combined with your skilled hands is something I genuinely appreciate. I had no pain during or after the treatment. It is not every day that you encounter a professional who does excellent work and treats everyone with so much compassion. Warmest Regards, read more

Gosh...no words can express my gratitude towards Dr Rami. He is THE most amazing man on this earth. He is gods sent. This morning 7/31/2023 I texted him at 7am to ask him for advice as my brother is here visiting from Sweden and he started feeling an extreme pain in his tooth, and his jaw was totally numb. Nothing worked, no pain meds worked. I asked him please I need advice should I take him to Urgent Care to get antibiotics as he has to get on a flight to Sweden today. Dr Rami said to meet him in an hour at the office. The office was not even open at that time and Dr Rami came in to treat my brother. He had other appointments later that day but my brother's situation was very very urgent and serious and he treated him and was SO INCREDIBLE!!! Dr Rami is a very special man. The best of the best. So sweet, so humble, such a good human. No words can even describe him. I can not recommend Dr Rami enough. I have never ever ever experienced such goodness in a person. In today's world, it's very hard to come by, we all know this. Dr Rami and his staff ....I cry about this because I can't express the love and gratefulness I feel towards him. SUCH A GREAT MAN! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! The world is better because of you. You are so amazing. read more

After my dentist discovered the excruciating pain in my jaw was a cracked molar that had exposed the roots. OUCH!!! He works a few floors down in the same building and immediately took me up to Etessami & Etessami because I needed a root canal as soon as possible. The receptionists are stellar, and had me scheduled right away for the next morning. The brothers work together providing professional and compassionate care. I actually enjoyed my first root canal procedure there. Who would have thunk it? If I ever need another, this is the place I will come to. The Best! read more

Dr. Rami is the best!! I had a couple dentists recommendation that I pull my damaged teeth. I went to Dr. Rami for a second opinion, thinking pulling was a forgone conclusion, but he fought to save them, and then he did the work right then and there, on the same day! I could not thank him enough. Highly recommend! He also has such a wonderful personality. If you need complicated work or are about to make a big decision, go to him. read more

I felt compelled to write my first Yelp review due to having SUCH a wonderful experience with this doctor. Dr Rami is the closest thing you can get to perfection in a doctor! Having been disappointed numerous times by doctors with great ratings on yelp in the past, I was a bit skeptical when I made my first visit. I quickly learned that all these great reviews do not lie. Dr Rami is head and shoulders above all other doctors I have ever known in my life. Here I witnessed a doctor who not only was extremely capable in his technical know how, but who possessed all the other intangible attributes and values of a great person which is hard to convey with words alone. The first aspect I love about Dr. Rami is his high level of technical expertise and level of communications. I had visited two well respected specialists prior and both were not able to tell me with certainty which tooth needed a tooth canal. It turned out, I was not given proper instructions on what to look for in the first place. It takes two to tango as they say, and with the extremely thorough instructions of Dr. Rami, we were quickly able to discover which tooth needed treatment. The second aspect I love about Dr. Rami is his great sense of moral value. He believes that each patience is in a vulnerable position when he seeks advice from a practice, akin to being a blind person giving their full trust to the person who will guide them through a difficult path, and that its a great sin to lead such a person over a rock and have this person trip and fall. The third aspect I value is his great sense of spiritual value. There are no forced out fake smiles and expressions. Through the consistency of his words, body language and his actions, you get a sense that Dr. Rami genuinely shares in your pain and your happiness. You will truly be loved and feel loved as if you were a member of his family. Its a great feeling knowing you are in the hands of someone who is in the practice just because its his passion and life's duty to turn others misfortune into happiness. After my visit, I was left astonished at how great of a doctor Dr Rami really is. He filled me with such great positive energy and I was shocked at the same time at how low he charged for this level of service. I can go on and on about how great of a doctor Dr Rami really is. Just like one of the many hundreds of extremely satisfied customers, I am writing to give back to the doctor to expression how happy and glad I am to have met such a great doctor. read more

Etessami & Etessami - Endodontists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This review is long overdue. I came here last year after my dentist said I needed a root canal. I was so nervous, since I had gotten a root canal years before and ended up losing a tooth. ): I found Dr. Hiri Etessami on Yelp and am SO glad I did!I've never met a doctor with such incredible bedside manner. He was so kind, explained everything to me clearly, and my root canal was done in a breeze! He even called me later that night to make sure I was doing okay. I remember there were thank you letters and gifts all over the office from previous patients. It was amazing to see how many people he had helped. Something that stood out from my experience that day was when a hygienist came to ask him about X-raying a pregnant patient, he pardoned himself and immediately went to help and make sure the pregnant woman was kept safe and comfortable. I thought that was so sweet and thoughtful. If you need to get a root canal done, treat yourself to this incredibly gifted doctor. He genuinely cares about helping his patients and I know you'll be in good hands. Wish I found him earlier. read more

Dr. Etessami is a living angel. He will make you love getting work done on your teeth even though that might seem impossible. I first saw Dr. Etessami when having tooth pain and he was so kind and approached my treatment and care as if I were his daughter. He is so kind, and through that I had zero questions when I left. I eventually had to come back for the treatment and he made sure I was comfortable, calm and knew exactly when to expect. I am finally pain free thanks to him! I have never had such a wonderful experience as I did with Dr. Etessami. I would recommend him to anyone! I don't regret a single penny spent. Thank you Dr. Etessami read more

I went and had a very difficult endo procedure 10 years ago and these doctors are truly the best. I wish they took insurance so I could refer them more patients. If you have a difficult procedure I strongly recommend going to this doctor. They are incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and experienced. I'm still so grateful for what they did to help me with my front tooth. Thank you Doc :) read more

Wow... All the 5-star reviews are accurate, and I only wish I could give them 6 stars! I saw Dr. Hiri to have a root canal done- never a fun thing and from the moment I walked in I found everyone from Andrea the receptionist to Dr. Hiri and all the assistants to be professional, very competent, relaxed, happy in their work, and very thoughtful. Dr. Hiri's work was impeccable- no pain during the procedure, took X-rays throughout to make sure he was getting all the root out (this is my third root canal and this is the first time anyone has taken X-rays during the procedure to ensure a thorough clean-out), was very warm and gracious, and I couldn't believe how un-traumatizing it all was! I can wholeheartedly recommend the Etessamis' office for any and all needed dental procedures. Customer for life! read more

Considering this was my first root canal, I could not have asked for a better experience. Dr. Rami was so kind, attentive, and patient. As someone who suffers from needle phobia, I truly did not feel the needle he used to numb me. That is a miracle. Dr. Rami helped distract me during the process too, and even used guided meditation throughout the procedure to keep me calm. He is such a warm, kind-hearted man, and I am so grateful for his bedside manner, and care. Brianna at the front desk was very kind and caring as well, as was the nurse, Nancy. Grateful for all. read more

Sincere and professional. This is an amazing experience. I am extremely impressed with the entire staff at Advanced & Surgical Endodontics and Dental Implants. Hiri Etessami,D.D.S. Is a sincere professional. With a profound God given talent. This man has a patient etiquette and bed side manor that is so polished he is a pillar of humanity. read more

I saw Dr Rami over 3 years ago. He came highly recommended by my dentist who I love and even by a friend of mine. He did a root canal and during procedure he put all his weight on the drill and slipped at one point. His weight was heavily pushing on my head and neck throughout the procedure. He didn't acknowledge or apologize for slipping. He said there was a cyst and that's why he had to press so hard. Not sure why he had to lean on my head for leverage. After the procedure I had extreme numbness in my jaw which he kept saying to just wait it out. Most of the numbness did recede after 2 years but part of my lip is still numb and is affected noticeably when I eat ice cream as it starts to dribble. I saw another specialist who told me the incision had been placed in a dangerous spot in my jaw where nerves intersect and also that the alleged cyst should have been sent for lab testing which it was not. Rami changed his story as to whether there had been a cyst or other signs of infection Staff at Rami Ettasami's office was rude and did not want to release all of my x-rays to me or the other specialist. I had to call several times. Rami never acknowledged anything nor apologized; just kept telling me to wait (until statue of limitations ran out). I paid $2000 for this specialist to disregard me and treat me as if women are second class citizens. read more

Brianna the office manager is extremely condescending and rude. At the end of the day there are too many top options available than to deal with someone like her. No thanks. Moving on. read more

Love the professionalism and manners of Dr.Rami. Have been visiting this office for over 25 years when needed real care. God bless and best wishes of everything to doctors and staff read more

I came to Dr. Etassami after major tooth pain, stemming from a botched root canal done by a different dentist years ago. His demeanor was so warm and comforting, in such a stressful situation, and I immediately knew I was in excellent hands. He made time in his schedule to do my procedure the very next day after the initial consultation, and he and his team were absolutely amazing. Cannot recommend highly enough! read more

I had a long overdue root canal that needed to be done but because of my extreme fear I avoided going. I'm leaving my appointment now and so thankful for DR RAMI ETESSAMI & his caring staff, I have never come across such professionals with so much compassion and patience. He took his time to teach me and understood my fear. His assistant / technician went above and beyond as well and even fixed my iPhone music for me when it had stopped playing during the procedure. I had my headphones playing loud music as well as my eyes covered so I could do my best to zone out, this of course made it more difficult for them to communicate with me but they were still willing to allow whatever it took for me to be comfortable. Thank you Dr Rami for following up with me and allowing me to have the absolute most perfect experience. Because of this incredible office I'm able to work towards conquering my fear. I can not thank them enough for all he did for me. read more

January 2, 2019, My dentist recommended to replace crowns on # 13 and # 14, and to visit an endodontist to check # 28. He referred me to Rambod Etessami (Rami) whose office is in the same building. He walked me from his office to introduce me as a new patient. Dr Rami performed root canal (RC) on # 14 on that same day and in only ONE visit. . Dr Rami also evaluated tooth # 14 and pointed out that the previous root canal I had about 15 years ago wasn't properly done, that Palatal root was SHORT, and MB had a lesion. January 15, Dr Rami performed RC on tooth # 14 in ONE visit. He said that there were ONLY 3 canals. I paid $ 2,500. Jan 16, 19, 23, Feb 28 and Mar 7, I complained of mild pressure in # 14 when I chew, and of a WHITE-PIMPLE (lump) on my gum by the injection site. I sent Dr Rami a picture (see photo). I asked: Is this an hematoma? Fistula? What is it? Is it normal? When will it go away? He said my body is still fighting to get rid of all the infection from RC he did on # 14. Jan 30, Dr Rami performed RC on # 13. Apr 15, I complained again about that WHITE PIMPLE on # 14. He kept saying the same that my body is still fighting the infection, unless I have a CYST. If the white pimple is still present after 3 months, it means its most likely a CYST that should be removed surgically. I think we should do it this Wednesday. Please do not have any pills from now and have breakfast before coming, get a good night sleep. Apr 17, he checked the WHITE-PIMPLE again, took x-ray. He said looks like I have a very small cyst, maybe 1-2 mm, it should be REMOVED the sooner the better. I asked for MORE info and video of the procedure/diagnosis. May 7, he called me to reiterate to come in for the SURGERY. I kept asking for a REPORT and a Video. He said that in his 30-years of work nobody has asked him to do that, and that he has sent my dentist a report. May 9, he sent me a text with a Google Search Link results for periapical CYST. He said he did a surgery on patient on the same tooth as mine but much bigger. May 20, Since I didn't get a REPORT from Dr Rami, and his explanations didn't look convincing to me, I decided to look for a 2nd opinion to know what was that WHITE PIMPLE on my gum by # 14. REPORT: "Clinically, proximal to the distal root of #14, the Gutta Percha from the obturation is VISIBLE just under the tissue. Generally both teeth are asymptomatic other than palpation tenderness along the extruded GP. In order to best visualize the peri-radicular bone we opted to take a CBCT SCAN. Today's scan confirms a SIGNIFICANT EXTRUSION of the distal GP for tooth #14. Additionally, there is strong evidence of an untreated ML canal within the mesial root of #14. Recommend endodontic retreatment of the tooth to address the untreated ML canal and an adjunctive apical surgery of the distal root to REMOVE the extruded GP." (See photos) May 24, I called my dentist to let him know that Dr Rami was not HONEST with me, that the WHITE-PIMPLE is a 2.3mm EXTRUSION. My dentist texted me a chart entry from a call from Rami's office to his receptionist, dated 04/16/2019 @ 11:07 AM, saying: Per Dr. Etessami, Patient to have apicoectomy # 13 due to ABSCESS/SINUS TRACT WITH PARULIS. Dr Rami called me. I told him that I was very upset with him for being DISHONEST, that he saw that EXTRUSION few times and CONCEALED that crucial information, misled me, and never apologized to me. He finally apologized, I said it is too late, I have already lost trust on you. He kept insisting that I need a surgery, and if treated again there is a chance that the root cracks or fractures. I demanded a report. Jun 4, He sent me an email with x-rays and a couple of brief thank you emails that he previously sent my dentist, and DENIED he left that telephone note to him. Jun 6, He sent me a report letter, and kept insisting I need a surgery to treat the lesion, and he will also remove the extrusion in same surgery. Jul 1, I replied that I am still very upset that he was not honest, he FAILED to let me know about the EXTRUSION. That is unacceptable, especially for a professional with more than 30 years of practice and a professor at UCLA. July 5, my new endodontist RE-TREATED # 14, FOUND and treated a 4th canal, and will finish in a 2nd visit; and a 3rd visit for a surgery to REMOVE the EXTRUSION. My new and expensive crown has been sectioned/cut off and drilled through. Dr Rami knew of the EXTRUSION, tried to get me to have a surgery, and without letting me know he would have removed the extrusion. He needs to be disciplined for his unethical behavior, and be held responsible for the compensation and financial expenses for any biological damage, the treatment of the resulting damage, my temporary disability and the prolonging of treatment. He needs to STOP hurting more people. According to the ADA, overfilling by more than 2mm past the radiological apex represents a technical ERROR. I have filled a complaint with the Dental Board of CA. read more

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I took my daughter to this dentist and she's on the spectrum of autism. She has been to 5 other dental offices, none successful but here. I thank the staff and Dr for being so patient and catering to my daughters needs. read more

Etessami & Etessami - Endodontists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Go somewhere else these two are the most money hungry dentists ive ever met. They dont care for the patient. Overpriced for no good reason and have hidden charges.. be careful. read more

So, I had 2 wisdom teeth (1 impacted) removed at "the other guy's" office on Thursday, and thought I had developed dry socket as my pain had dulled and then remained pretty constant up until day 5. Although my swelling had gone down, I was still a little concerned. So, Went back to "the other guy" and explained I was still feeling pain and he gladly looked in my mouth and confirmed I had dry socket. Great. So he loaded the socket up with clove tatsing paste and sent me on my way. Next day comes, my face is swollen again, and upon inspecting my mouth I notice some sort of pus looking liquid on the molar in front of the original surgery sight. Great..I have an infection and its spread to another tooth. Im freaking out calling "the other guy's" office and he's not there Today!! Omg..I'm gonna get sepsis or its gonna travel to my brain or heart!! I'm frantically yelping nearby dentist and notice Etessami & Etessami has like..a perfect score on Yelp and is in a great and convenient location close to my house. I call and ask if he sees emergency tooth situations and explained that I thought I had an infection following wisdom teeth extraction. Super friendly reception said let me check availability, asked how soon I can get there, 15 minutes later I'm filling out paperwork in the office. Loved the office and all the staff! Reception, dental assistants they were all so nice and funny! I was shown to my chair and Dr Etessami came over and introduced himself and asked me some questions and ordered an x ray right away. This mans manners, demeanor, and level of professionalism were impeccable. I felt like I was at a 5 star hotel! I knew that this was gonna be a great experience. So he examined the xray and my mouth and explained I absolutely did not have dry socket. Never did. He said I had been experiencing normal pain and discomfort that comes along w oral surgery. No sign of infection, and nothing that looked abnormal. He did say that the dry socket packing looked a bit sloppy and that he was going to remove it as he felt it was hindering my recovery and was unnecessary. He never spoke ill of "the other guy" but kept shaking his head as he was removing it. I knew this man was genuinely concerned with the fact that i was given a misdiagnosis of dry socket and an unnecessary mouthful of stuff that he said could actually harbor bacteria. He then irrigated my mouth and said i was good! He gave me instructions to continue rinsing with salt water, finish antibiotics and see him in 3 weeks! Gave me free motrin AND bottle of COQ10 to aid in healing. I mean hes just incredible. Such integrity and passion! The "other guy" never irrigated my holes or even asked for a follow up appointment. In a way I'm grateful because now I know the difference between an okay dentist and an amazing one. 5 star all the way. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Rami Etessami. Dr. Rami has saved my teeth a number of times, and his chairside manner is beyond kind, reassuring and calming. I can truly say that Dr. Rami has given me the gift of not having to dread going to the endodontist. Each time I've had a tooth emergency, Dr. Rami's front office staff gave me an appointment either that day, or if it was late in the day, the next morning. You get the distinct impression that Dr. Rami and his staff care about you and do not want you to be in pain any longer than absolutely necessary. In addition, they are attentive, friendly and they greet you by name when you walk in. This helps to ease pre-appointment anxiety and makes you feel like you're amongst friends (or at minimum people who care about you and your wellbeing.) It really does make a difference. Now, for the marvelous Dr. Rami. I'm always extremely nervous about any kind of dental procedure, and Dr. Rami is a total pro at soothing and encouraging me. From our first meeting, I was comforted by his gentle and empathetic nature. He speaks softly and let's you know that he is going to take good care of you and your teeth. It's hard to explain but he just oozes serenity and warmth. His assistants are also wonderful and expert at calming and reassuring patients. The environment this creates is golden. The appointment tends to go like this: After X-rays are taken, Dr. Rami reviews them and immediately tells you if you do indeed need a root canal. If there is any chance your tooth can be fixed without it, he will not hesitate to refer you to your/a dentist for appropriate treatment. If a root canal is the only way to save your tooth, you are immediately prepped for the procedure. This really helps if you are nervous, since waiting around and thinking about what's coming can increase anxiety. I always ask for nitrous oxide and Dr. Rami's assistant ensures that I'm fitted with the correct size nose mask and given the nitrous as soon as possible. The nitrous starts flowing and before you know it the procedure is over. I am hardly exaggerating! Sure, there are the first shots to numb you, but Dr. Rami makes these as painless as is humanly possible. If I do become aware of what is happening during the procedure, Dr. Rami calmly assures me that we're almost done. He lets me know that everything is going well and that I'm doing a great job (which is kind, because I'm just laying there.) Basically, you know you're with a professional who knows his job like the back of his hand. You know all is well and you can safely drift back off to nitrous land. At the end of the procedure Dr. Rami lets you know how things went, gives any advice he deems important and ensures that you have a dentist who can help you to keep your teeth healthy. He actually wants you to avoid having root canals if at all possible! Regarding cost, dental work is not cheap. It never is, especially root canals. However, Dr. Rami truly seems to take your financial situation into account and gives discounts if you express a need. Even though he has a load of affluent celebrities as patients, he is down-to-earth and treats everyone as an important and valued individual. He also displays photos of his beautiful family, which I find comforting to look at when getting fitted for my nose mask, etc. Also, Dr. Rami always calls the evening after the appointment to see how you're feeling. He just goes above and beyond to ensure all is well with you, which I really appreciate. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Rami Etessami to anyone in the LA area who may need endodontic surgery. He is the endodontist of your dreams and I feel very lucky to have found him. read more

I don't ever post reviews but god I would give this place 10 stars if I could- when I walked in for my wisdom tooth consultation (I was in extreme pain and Dr. Hiri Etessami happily included me in with his schedule the next day!) I was immediately greeted by his friendly and comforting front desk ladies! I remember one of the girls' name was Brianna- and they all were so fun, sweet, and kind. I got my X-Rays taken and Dr. Etessami was so informative and understanding and nice and just so reassuring of the situation and explained everything so so well. He was able to get my wisdom tooth extracted later that afternoon (MIRACLE!)!! Everyone in the office was just so beyond accommodating and during the procedure- everything was so gentle. Dr. Etessami and his dental assistants were so sweet, talked to me the whole time, we laughed, chatted, and the whole experience was worth more than the cost of the extraction itself. Truly. And I must say- I didn't walk in feeling uneasy about the place or feeling anxiety about trusting people with my mouth....I knew immediately I made the right decision and I know if you come here- you will too! Also- I think it's really showing how a leader treats his team and the way Dr. Etessami treats his staff...my god I wanted to apply to work for him! I could tell the whole office respected and adored each other and again, that just made me feel so much more comfortable. THANK YOU Dr. Etessami and your incredible team for your amazing work! read more

Etessami & Etessami - Certification! - Endodontists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I just saw Dr. Rami Etessami for a dental emergency and he was wonderful. He is super nice, explains everything well and was able to work me in on short notice. While working on me he was always concerned for my comfort and after finishing, for my recovery. He even called me on my cell the evening after the procedure to make sure I was doing ok, Wow! :) His staff are all wonderful as well and I can not recommend Dr. Estessami highly enough. read more

I have had two very positive experiences wIth Dr Rami and this wonderful practice over the years--the first about 9 years ago (bone augmentation) and just this past week (root canal). Of course these kinds of dental procedures are not "fun" in the scheme of things, but Dr Rami and his staff made me feel so welcome, supported, comforted and taken care of that I was able to handle my circumstances and treatment with a remarkable amount of ease and confidence. The staff is incredibly upbeat and seems genuinely glad to be there; Dr Rami is an amazingly gentle and compassionate soul, and he is absolutely clear in articulating diagnosis and treatment every step of the way. I have never once felt in the dark or unclear about my treatment in this office. The waiting room is upbeat and relaxing--and the wall of framed celebrity clients lets you know you are in good hands and good company ("even movie stars need dental surgery" is a surprisingly comforting thought). Both procedures I had were done efficiently and expertly by Dr Rami and his assistants, and while I am hoping not to have many (dare I say any?) of these types of procedures in the future, I can honestly say that the Etessami office would be my first choice, should I need any. It is excellent work (and lasting--the bone augmentation has remained solidly stable for almost 10 years). I am very grateful for Dr Rami and this practice. Thank you!! read more

I am so lucky to have found Dr. Etessami! I have never been taken care of so well and felt perfectly safe for a big procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Etessami hands down. Thank you for being so kind! read more

Dr Rambod Etessami recently did multiple procedures on my teeth. Without any hesitation I can honestly convey this Dr is the best I've ever had. His manner is so relaxing that all my anxiety was neutralized immediately. The professionalism he and his employees exude is truly appreciated and I am so grateful to have been introduced to such a caring gentleman. With dr Etessami you are immediately self-aware that he has your interests and care at heart. THANK YOU SO MUCH DR ETESSAMI read more

Dr. Hiri was very professional, knowledgeable and kind. Everyone in the office is extremely friendly and helpful. read more

Today Rami Etessamini, D.D.S. performed a highly complex and advanced root canal on one of my lower right teeth. I could tell it was not an easy task as my xrays were clear: I had a split end nerve there (kind of looked to me like if you cut a hair 1/4 the way down from one end) which could only be solved by applying the right sized material to fit in there, yet be balanced for a lifetime fit. I'm in not a lot of pain now, just the expected slightly sore feeling. But totally thats expected after a ROOT CANAL :) As for this dentist Rami Etessamini, he provided a memorable experience. The butterfly-mosaic covers for the ceiling florescent lights were a nice touch as I sat directly in front of a full 9th floor view overlooking Hollywood (it's really cool actually). The anesthesia he provided was just right, didn't feel much after the initial injection. He worked quickly and efficient with time; the procedure lasted about an hour. That's a pro. So, will do my best here and highly recommend him as your dentist for Root Canals (but he has many other services, check it). And I heard his brother, who I think is partner dentist there, is equally top level dentist. A+++ Rami! Thank you! Eric read more