David Palmieri, DMD MS

I had a wonderful experience here. Dr. Palmieri performed a root canal that was so fast and painless that it made me wonder why I had waited so long to get it done. I also appreciated the fact that he did not rush into it, but took time to examine my tooth and explain what was happening with it. I really expected to feel some pain, but on a scale of 1 – 10, mine was a 1 due to a slight pinching of the anesthetic. I would heartily recommend Dr. Palmieri to anyone who needs a root canal. Both he and his staff at this location rate a 10

My dentist referred me to Dr. Palmieri for a root canal. My last one was about five years ago, and although it was not painful, it took considerable time (perhaps different teeth have more complex nerve systems) and the office/​parking situation took a long time to navigate. So I was pleased to try a new dentist much closer to home. The Alexandria office refers patients to parking in the hotel across the street, but you might also find street parking.
The staff was very kind and efficient, and Dr. Palmieri and his assistant were very skilled and worked smoothly. He is kind of quiet, which I like, and he gently explains what he’s going to do, what he’s doing, and gives little status updates («we’re more than half done»). The actual procedure, after waiting on the anesthetic to kick in, was only about a half hour (one nerve removed). I told Dr. Palmieri when I experienced a teeny bit of sensation during the procedure, and he immediately gave me more anesthetic, which did the job.
I don’t have dental insurance, so I was given a 10% discount — much appreciated. And Dr. Palmieri called that night to make sure I was OK.
Highly recommend!

I recently saw my dentist, complaining of pain when I pushed on a certain area of my gums on my upper right molar tooth. He diagnosed it as needing a root canal and referred me to Dr. David Palmieri in the Metro West building which is different than this listing (I guess they have not updated their address)
Anyway, I had heard all the horror stories about root canals and was afraid to be there. But Dr. Palmieri’s calm manner and his taking the time to explain everything he would be doing alleviated my fear. Then when he gave me the novocaine, I didn’t even feel it.
It’s now a week after that appointment and I only needed ibuprophen the night of the procedure. I have had no discomfort since.
This may be weird, but if your dentist recommends a root canal, ask him or her if you can go see Dr. Palmieri. It will be the best root canal experience you can have.

Such lovely, kind and professional people! I would highly recommend them. Nice office setting, nicely decorated. I left feeling relieved that my root canal was over and was less pain and significantly less time than I expected. If you need this, choose them!

Unfortunately I needed a root canal and my dentist referred me to Dr Palmieri. I went to his Falls Church office. It was modern, clean, and very professional. I found Dr Palmieri himself to be kind and thorough. He explained everything to me before he started and I am happy to say I did not feel a thing.
Dr. Palmieri at Dominion Endodontics is the place to go for root canals.

This practice is awesome. I am so glad I found them. I had a root canal two weeks ago. Since then they called like 5 times to check on me (I don’t clear infections well, so I had to undergo antibiotic treatment). The doctor always returns the calls, has excellent bedside manner, the equipment is state of the art and staff is outstanding. Too bad he’s not a general dentist because I would love to go there more often! I am a high maintenance patient for many reasons and he really knows how to handle those;)). Unlike some other renown practices in NOVA/​DC area, they accept my insurance. I could not recommend them more.5 stars!

I had a root canal with Dr. Palmieri last week and he was wonderful! The procedure was over quickly and he even called me that night to make sure I was feeling okay. His office staff was great and was able to work me in quickly.