DR. P is the man! (His staff is also AWESOME) I RECOMMEND HIM REASON OF VISIT: I am not a fan of dentists (who is?), and after undergoing wisdom teeth extraction who wants to hear they have to get a root canal? Thats how I got my referral to go to Dr. P. I had trouble sleeping the night before as I was dreading the entire process. ARRIVAL/IN CHAIR EXPERIENCE: When I arrived, the staff was very pleasant. They could tell I was very anxious and did everything to make me feel at ease. I was offered nitrous for an additional cost which i really debated doing, however toughed it out. Dr. P explained the procedure and went further to explain potential procedures. X-rays were taken and displayed on the computer monitor which was clear to see and helped with understanding. Once we were ready, he asked how i was feeling and offered nitrous again which showed me he did not want to start unless i was calm and comfortable. After the swab and injection to numb the area he asked how it was feeling and i told him not numb enough, in which he asked if i wanted more and OF COURSE I DID. Once he finished it was completely numb and we were ready to roll. Throughout the process he would ask how i was doing, checking on my breathing as well as swallowing. When it was all said and done, i got out my chair and couldn't believe how smooth and painless the root canal went. Gave him the thumbs up and said YOU THE MAN! EQUIPMENT/TECHNOLOGY: Having undergone a root canal 7 years ago (worst experience ever) then visiting Dr. P, i felt my first root canal was done incorrectly. STAFF took x-rays which instantly appeared on the monitor next to you. Dr. P uses a microscope to examine closer (which my first root canal person did not have). Also he uses equipment that isolates the tooth and protects your mouth from any debris being swallowed. HONEST TRUTH: The injection does hurt a little (as any needle would) Dealing with the scratching/screeching sounds of your tooth being worked on Keeping your mouth open for 45-60min isn't fun. read more

I had an excruciating toothache last week. I went to see my regular dentist who did xrays that did not reveal anything. Since the whole side of my mouth was hurting, he could not determine which tooth was affected. He gave me a referral to see an endodontist. The first doctor couldnt see me until 9/9. So I called my dentist for another referral which is how I ended up seeing Dr. Potluri. I was able to get a 3:00 appt for the next day. I woke up in unbearable pain so I called office to ask if I could come earlier. The receptionist was very understanding and accommodating and told me to come at 10:45. I got there in record time and after filling out required paperwork, I was taken back to the room. There were several patients there so I was being squeezed into the schedule. The xrays once again revealed nothing so Dr. Potluri had to administer other tests to see what was going on. Once we figured out which tooth it was, I was in unbearable pain again. Dr. Potluri made me comfortable as he continued with some of his other procedures. Dr. Potluri and his staff checked on me quite often to ensure that I was OK. Upon further examination it was determined that my tooth could not be "saved" and would need to be extracted by my regular dentist. Dr. Potluri cleaned, applied meds and made sure I would be OK through the weekend. Thanks to him, I was able to enjoy my Labor Day weekend with my family and friends. I did not feel anymore pain until I got tooth extracted yesterday. I highly recommend Dr. Potluri for your endodontics needs. read more

I just had a root canal procedure done at Dr. Potluri's office the other day, and could not be happier with the service I received. Dr. Potluri and his staff were so friendly and professional and all greeted me with a smile when I walked in the door. They had me in the dentist chair with barely any wait time. Dr. Potluri was extremely friendly and instantly made me feel comfortable. I was initially very nervous about the procedure, but he explained how everything was going to happen and step by step took me through everything which made me feel very confident that everything would be fine . Throughout the procedure, Dr. Potluri and his assistant kept checking on me to make sure I was doing alright and that I could breath/swallow comfortably. The root canal went very smoothly and I was finished sooner than I thought. I have legitimately felt NO PAIN in my tooth at all since the procedure. If you are looking to have a root canal or any other endodontic procedure done, I definitely recommend stopping at Dr. Potluri's office!! read more

I have had four root canals done by four different dentist, however the most recent performed by Dr. Sumesh Potiuri was the best ever. I have a very low tolerance for pain and he thoroughly understood my pain tolerance before he began the root canal treatment. He performed several checks to insure my mouth was completely numb, both before and during the procedure. His pain management skills are excellent, along with his dental skills. I never thought I would say it was a pleasure going to the dentist but it was a pleasure with Dr. Potiuri. Not only did he complete my root canal treatment in one day and informed my primary dentist of the work he performed but when I got home after the procedure, he personally contacted me to ensure I was having no pain or problems. There was no pain or problems. I like the personal touch. Before I left his office, I let him know that if I need a root canal in the future, he would be the guy to do it. If you need a painless root canal performed, he is the dentist that can do it. read more

Dr. Sumesh Potluri and his staff were very friendly and professional. His dental assistant was very patient and listened to my concerns going in (as I have had several root canals, and all were pretty painful). Dr. Potluri came right in and was very friendly and professional. I explained that I had tremendous sensitivity and he assured me he wouldn't even touch it until the anesthesia kicked in. He asked me several times (more than 3) throughout the procedure if I was ok and if I needed to swallow (due to the thin cover over your mouth to prevent any interference during the procedure). He was gentle and efficient. When I felt a little pain, he was attentive and numbed me right away. He asked me before and after if I had any questions and thanked me for coming. Two hours later, I received a call from the Dr. himself, checking on my well-being. I was very impressed. Good customer/client/patient service is hard to find, but I highly recommend Dr. Potluri for any root canal treatment! read more

I am writing on behave of my sister Mary, who was referred to Dr. Potluri through the Donated Dental Program. We were both concerned about the quality and kind of service that she was going to receive. I scheduled a consult appointment for 12/9/19. Upon our arrival to the office we were greeted by his front desk staff that were courteous and friendly. Dr. Potluri was very professional with a calm demeanor, he provided us with detailed information on the procedure that needed to be done. Fortunately, for Mary he was able to squeeze her in and did the root canal the same day, with no pain. And to top it off, a staff member from his office provided Mary with a follow up call that evening to see how she was doing. She also recommended that Mary contact the office if she has any problems or concerns. This was a very positive experience for Mary. read more

I received my root canal from Dr. Potluri of Silver Spring Endodontics in June of 2015. Dr. Potluri and his entire staff were very professional, cordial and efficient. There was minimal waiting time. Dr. Potluri took time to explain the conditions underlying exploratory vs. complete root canal therapy and the associated cost difference. During the procedure, which resulted in complete root canal therapy, Dr. Potluri asked me several times if I was OK. In addition, he called me later that afternoon/evening to check on my condition. Dr. Potluri also conferred with my dentist both before and after the procedure. Overall, I was very satisfied with the procedure and the service provided by Dr. Potluri and his staff, such that I would recommend him without hesitation to others considering root canal therapy. read more

Last week I underwent a root canal at another dentist's office. After working for some time on the tooth, the dentist stated he could not complete the work and said he would have to send me to an endodontist. I was referred to an endodontist in Bowie, which was not close to my home. I found Dr. Potluri on my insurance's approved endodontist listing and got an appt. the next day. Dr. Potluri and his staff were very welcoming and efficient. It was a difficult procedure, but he and his assistant stuck with me, and got the job done. And the procedure was $200 less than the dentist in Bowie would have charged. Dr. Potluri called that evening and asked how I was doing. My husband said, "No one has ever called me!" I would definitely recommend Dr. Potluri to my friends and family. read more

I was referred to Dr. Potluri by my brother. Dr. Potluri was quite extraordinary and went out of his way to accommodate me into his schedule late evening to perform an emergency root canal after I had met with an accident. I was traumatized from the accident but he was very patient with me, calmed me down before performing the procedure. He was extremely friendly and kind. He explained everything to me and answered all my questions. He and his staff did not rush me into the procedure tough it was a little late in the evening. The entire procedure was painless and I do not have any issues with my tooth a year later. I had since referred Dr.Potluri to couple of my friends and they were all very happy with him. Thank you Dr. Potluri for your exceptional service. read more

I got my root canal done at Silver Spring Endodontics recently. Dr. Sumesh Potluri and his staff are incredibly friendly and very thorough. He was very patient explaining the reasons for my excruciating tooth pain and made sure I understood what he was doing and why. I have had root canals done before by other dentists, but with Dr.Potluri, I felt it was a breeze. He wanted to ensure the root canal does not fail and sent a detailed note to my general dentist's office on the work that needs to be done prior to crown placement. He is very accommodating with emergency appointments and his office promptly followed up on after care. I am very impressed with the impeccable service and I would highly recommend Dr.Potluri. read more

No pain during the procedure and total relief afterwards. What more could i ask for? Dr. Potlori has an engaging and compassionate team of dental assistants who offer a warm and caring environment. Dr. Potlori comes across as a calm, focused, precision-oriented health provider who does everything within his power to relieve the patient's pain. To begin with, my dentist sent me to him for an emergency drainage because the infection had spread past my tooth. After a few days on anti-biotics, he brought me back for the actual procedure. He exudes complete confidence and conveyed that to me. His staff provide warmth and reassurance that I needed because of my pain and anxiety related to it. read more

My family - my son and I have visited this office on different occasions and received treatment from both excellent doctors - Dr. Sumesh Potluri and Dr. Tontesh Tawady. It was a great experience for both of us - painless procedure, saved teeth, high professionalism of both doctors, friendly treatment by the doctors and reception staff. Complete pleasure and satisfaction. I already spread a word about their doctors to my dentist and will continue doing this among my friends and colleagues. I also run a home care agency - Chevy Chase Home Care - and will be glad to deliver information about this business to my patients. I wish more people knew about this practice. Thank you very much! read more

A friend of mine referred me to Dr. Sumesh Potluri when I needed a Root Canal on one of my upper tooth. Dr Sumesh Potluri's office very honest and upfront with the costs. They gave me a break up of the cost worked with my insurance to get a preauth. Dr. Sumesh Potluri was very comforting and took the time to explain in detail about the concerns I had. He did not rush me into the procedure. I did not have any issues with my tooth since. The staff at his office was very pleasant. They followed up with me the very next day about how I was feeling. I would definitely recommend Dr Sumesh Potluri. read more

I was very pleased to find an endodontist for my root canal who takes my insurance. (Turns out he is in almost all the provider networks). I found the office to be well-run and very well-equipped, the staff was excellent, and Dr. Potluri was meticulous as well as caring. Maybe he has done some new training since that negative review, because he kept checking how I was doing and several times offered to take a break, which we did. I also appreciated the detailed post-care instructions and the follow-up phone call later that day. read more

We have known Dr. Sumesh Potluri for a few years now and have had the experience of availing his services for a family member. I got such positive feedback of this experience that I would not hesitate to avail his services any time. Wish I had known him when I needed a root canal a couple of years ago. His staff was friendly and very accommodating in scheduling a convenient appointment for my family. Very happy with the service we got. read more

I had a whopper toothache that began on Sunday, Monday morning I was given a lunchtime appt to great relief. The procedure was painless and thorough, Dr Potluri was very kind, staff attentive. The entire procedure for an upper molar was completed in the same visit. I'm a dentist myself, and would send any patient to Dr. Potluri. It was a very fortunate find. read more

Friendly staff and knowledgable doctor. The doctor makes sure the procedure is pain free. He knows exactly what he is doing. Nice and quiet setting. would definitely recommend this doctor. read more