Endodontics Seattle

I went to see Dr. Lin almost two years ago and have been meaning to write a review. I only had a consultation with her, but I have to commend her honesty and thorough explanation of my issue. (I had previously had a misdiagnosis with some bad results because apparently my issue was somewhat rare.) Her advice was that in my case, a root canal would only be a limited time of benefit. She could have easily had me invest the money for the temporary results, but really impressed me by making me aware of the gamble it was. She also returned my call (after business hours) after the initial appointment while I was contemplating the gamble, and just in general made me feel that she knew what she was talking about, genuinely cared, and that what was a really difficult decision for me, wouldn’t be the end of the world. I seriously hope I never have to go to an endodontist appointment ever again, but if I did I would want Dr. Lin without a doubt!

Root canals are usually no fun whatsoever. But I have now had three with Dr. Lin, and all have been stress free, pain free, quick — and about as close to fun as a dental procedure could be. She is the best. Her assistants are always great — helpful, calming, and really, really good at what they do. And the office staff is welcoming and friendly, too. I highly recommend Dr. Lin. Seriously. No, really.

That root canal was the highlight of my week! :)
(to be fair, it was a kind of rough week)
but really — all staff and Drs were very accommodating, strait forward, helpful and gentle.

They billed my insurance for a cosmetic procedure after they told me that the insurance would not cover and received a full payment upfront. They also billed the insurance for an unnecessary procedure. The accounting staff is ready to fight with you when you question about charges, and they blame you for not asking about the charge prior to the treatment as if we didn’t.

The entire staff at this office is really nice and professional! I had a good experience with my first root canal. I felt no pain or discomfort (which I was worried about!) Dr. Lin and the staff were so amazing at explaining every step to me that was going on and what exactly it was. They were very fast and efficient and they just know what they’re doing and do it well! If I need another root canal I’ll definitely come back here. Thank you!

Another great root canal! I have been to Dr Lin twice, and both times had the best experience. Dr Lin and her staff make you feel so relaxed and well cared for. I come from Maple Valley and will continue to make the drive anytime I need endodontic care. I truly cannot imagine going anywhere else.

Dt. Lin and her staff are incredible! She did an amazing job on my root canal, and it didn’t hurt at all. She even gave me a slice of cake afterward! :) I very highly recommend Dr. Lin and her office. It was also very quick to schedule an appointment, and the whole office was very sweet!

I went to Dr. Lin for a root canal this week and I had no anesthesia or nitrous. She was fast, professional and personable. If one must have a root canal, you can’t go wrong with Dr. Lin and her staff.

I really couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Dr. Lin answered all of my questions, explained everything she was about to do and made me feel very comfortable as a first-​time root canal patient. I was so happy to hear that she could relieve my aching tooth that afternoon and I was in & out of the chair in less than an hour. I will recommend Dr. Lin and her staff to anyone who asks!

I have seen Dr. Lin for two Root Canal’s and I was referred to her by Dr. Larhs, (see her review earlier post) my regular dentist. Both times everything went perfect, she knows what she is doing and the last time I was embarrassed because I actually feel asleep during the root canal and my snoring woke me up.
And I don’t like dentists, but she makes you feel at ease, her team is top notch and very friendly. If you need a root canal, then see her because she is fast, she does not hurt, and not doing it will make it worse.
I hate dentists, but mine is pretty good and Dr. Lin is the very best for root canal work in the entire USA!
I am a big scardy cat, if I say there was no pain, there was NO PAIN!
Go, to her and u wont be sorry, this is all she does, she does it well. I would not say this if it was not so, she did not hurt me the last two times I saw her and I hope to never see her again. But, if I ever need a root canal, I know where to go.

I had a molar that was sensitive for months, and my dentist finally got sick of me and referred me to Dr. Lin. He didn’t want to do the root canal and deal with me after!
Her office got me in right away even tho I’d sat on this for a long time. After the initial shot it was painless and it was comforting to know this was an easy procedure for her and her assistant. They were laid back, distracting me with pleasant conversation. I think I was done in 30 min.
Hopefully I’ll never need another root canal, but Dr. Lin would be the one I’d go to!

After suffering from what turned out to be a cracked tooth for way too long, I went to see Dr. Lin. She got me in rather quickly for the evaluation and determined I would need a root canal. It was very rushed and matter-​of-​fact. As I was leaving the assistant handed me a prescription for a pain killer which I thought was for the interim before the root canal. I didn’t need the RX so I didn’t even look at it.
I was never told what to expect during or after the procedure.
The root canal was virtually painless, quick and very easy. Dr. Lin was all business and she and her assistant worked well together to make the procedure go quickly. Her bedside manner is nothing to brag about, but she does get the job done efficiently.
During the appointment the assistant asked when my crown was being put on. No one had ever mentioned a crown to me. Maybe this is supposed to be common knowledge?
After the root canal the pain was almost unbearable. Not able to eat solids or sleep for three days, I called the after-​hours number, which turned out to be Dr. Lin’s cell phone number. She didn’t answer and didn’t call back, leaving me with another sleepless, painful night.
When I got in touch with the office the next day I told them that I can’t take the Vicodin they had prescribed, could I get something else? I was told to «Just take extra-​strength Tylenol and ibuprofen, the pain will go away in a few days.» I’d been doing that and it wasn’t working.
Overall the experience was underwhelming and disappointing given the great reviews here. I would not recommend this place.

Dental work is never fun, but Dr. Lin and her staff gave me the best experience I could have ever asked for. If I ever need another root canal, I will for sure go back to Dr. Lin’s office.

I’d been avoiding dentists for more than a decade. The need for an immediate root canal forced me back. My dentist recommended Dr. Lin. Dr. Lin saw me THAT DAY. The root canal was virtually painless. The pain that drove me to the dentist was resolved THAT DAY. The procedure required multiple visits between the work Dr. Lin had to do and some my primary dentists had to do. However, I can say that being Dr. Lin’s patient was a pleasure — how’s that for a turn around in attitude.
A year later I unfortunately needed another root canal to resolve the last issue my decade of neglect led to. This time I didn’t need urgent care but I got into see Dr. Lin that week. Again, the procedure was virtually painless. The issue was resolved that visit. Dr. Lin’s technique seems precise, highly skilled, thorough, careful, compassionate, considerate, and a good value. I’ve found her to have a pleasant chair-​side manner. Her offices were clean, comfortable, and professional. The facility I saw her at (509 Olive Way, Suite 1633) felt a bit small or arranged to provide privacy but certainly not concerningly so. Dr. Lin’s staff were very competent and mirrored her high quality.
I would go back to Dr. Lin and I recommend her.

I was referred to Dr. Lin by my dentist. She scheduled me for the next day.
She was very efficient — got the job done quickly, with minimal discomfort.
I’d go back with no hesitation, which, unfortunately I need to do for a second tooth. A root canal isn’t something I would normally look forward to, but I least I can visit her office with confidence.

Is it possible to say «best root canal ever»? Kristine Yoon Lin was personable and friendly, but when it came down to the work, extremely professional while still showing concern about my comfort. I trusted her through the whole procedure (two visits). Prefer not to have another root canal, sure, but will go to her again if I have to.

I’m sad to be a regular here. Not because there’s anything wrong with it, but because that means I’ve *needed* to go here a few times. Boo.
Anyway, Dr. Lin is great, and her staff is very friendly. I was referred here by my dentist. I needed the issue to be addressed pretty quickly, and they were faster than I could have expected. I was in for an exam the day after I called, and I had my «procedure» less than a week later. Not bad.
I had to get a cyst/​abscess removed beneath a tooth, and although I was pretty nervous about Dr. Lin DRILLING INTO MY JAWBONE, I honestly didn’t feel a thing. Not even a little. I was so numbed up that I didn’t feel that side of my face again for hours. Sound like overkill? When the numbness finally wore off, I was glad I had been spared the misery for so long. Dr. Lin and her staff provided me with all of the instructions and prescriptions I needed to get through my ordeal.
If I ever have the misfortune of needing an endodontist again, I won’t hesitate to return to Dr. Lin.

If I could rate this in diamonds i would bc they sparkle by far than stars! My experience from Dr. Lin’s office was above and beyond my expectations. Everyone knows when u have a root canal– PAINFUL. I was a little upset after hearing from my regular dentist it would take 3 weeks to find out with my insurance if I can be seen. Absolutely not! I googled and found Dr. Lin’s office and called 3 other offices. All 3 responded but Elizabeth from Dr. Lin’s office called me first thing in the morning and I called back asap! They knew I was in pain and accompanied me the very same morning. I felt so relief. I arrived and again felt the warmth from Elizabeth which had handled my insurance within mins rather than 3 weeks. Kim is another fabulous dental asst, she lowered my anxiety by talking to me and made me feel more comfortable. Then came Dr. Lin within minutes:). How often do you go to your dental office and gives you detail information about what will happen today with your visit? answer: this amazing TEAM does it all! Dr. Lin is super knowledgable and super sweet:) There was never a time where she rushed or made me feel rushed. They are all «whipper-​snappers»!! My second appt was even more by far spectacular, I felt the care that I need and then some!
All in all, the flow that Dr. Lin and her staff has made me feel validated as a patient and as a human-​being which I personally highly recommend to everyone! Thank you Elizabeth, Kim and hats off to Dr. Lin from start to finish! «your the best!»

Dr Kristine Yoon Lin is incredibly competent, thorough, and personable. I took my 13 year old daughter who had been misdiagnosed for 15 months! I had even took her to Seattle Children’s. My daughter’s case was complex and I could not have found a better Endodontist. She took every precaution to heal my daughter’s abces and set her on a road to recovery. I work in dentistry and have never felt more strongly about a recommendation. Get it done right the first time– go to Dr Lin!

I was also referred to Dr. Lin by my Dentist because of a painful tooth. By the time I walked from my dentist’s office to Dr. Lin’s office, she was ready for me. I expected a quick look to verify then make an appointment for the following week. Not the case! She performed the work right then and there. The pain was gone by the afternoon.
The office staff is great.
Thanks Dr. Lin.