Dr. Kotler holds a bachelors degree from the University of Miami, a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Medical College of Virginia, a Master of Science degree in oral biology from George Washington University, and a certificate in endodontics from the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research.
A licensed dentist in Virginia since 1973, Dr. Kotler limited his practice to endodontics in 1980. In 1994, he retired from the U.S. Army Dental Corps as chief of the Department of Dentistry and chief of endodontics for the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and past president of the Virginia Academy of Endodontists.
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Rating 3.9 out of 5 based on 14 reviews
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2 years ago
The worst customer service ever 30 min before the appointment and they made me wait 50 minutes more and no one even care they treated me so bad At the end I didn't even see the dentist I can't believe it
A D
2 years ago
I had a root canal at this location. Very clean place and I am very pleased with his work. A greate doctor and a wonderful hygienist.Thank you!
Tabitha Hamilton
2 years ago
Dr. Kotler is GREAT!! He took his time explaining everything to me and made sure I was comfortable. He took all of my concerns serious, and I would recommend him to anyone needing endodontic care.
Steffanny Urquilla
2 years ago
I had a root canal with Dr Kotler and I was scared. This procedure was painless, Dr. Kotler was very patient and explained the process to me, and the entire staff was amazing. This has been one of the best dental experiences that I've had.
Arif Patani
3 years ago
I had a terrible experience. Long story short, the tooth he worked on is still giving me trouble. When I brought it to his attention, he recommended "going back in and fixing" something, but that I would need to pay for it. He said "these things are never guaranteed to work." I basically walked out of there with more problems than I came in with and now he wanted me to pay again...come on. Beyond that, the communication was terrible - they promised to call back and didn't multiple times. I had 8AM appointments twice, and both times the secretary was 15 minutes late and Dr. Kotler and I were sitting there waiting. All around completely unprofessional. Hopefully it wont cost me another +$500 to fix what Dr. Kotler could not.
Michelle Davis-Brown
3 years ago
Fast and friendly service compared to other offices
Tatiana Moreno
3 years ago
3 Dr. Kotler was great to me and so was his assistant. I highly recommend him! Thank you so much!!!
Trina McFadden
3 years ago
I had a root canal today and I was terrified before going in. This procedure was painless, Dr. Kotler was very patient and explained the process to me, and the entire staff was amazing. This has been one of the best dental experiences that I've had.
Trina McFadden
4 years ago
I had a root canal today and I was terrified before going in. This procedure was painless, Dr. Kotler was very patient and explained the process to me, and the entire staff was amazing. This has been one of the best dental experiences that I've had.
Melanie Odria
5 years ago
Dr. Kotler was great to me and so was his assistant. The doctor made the root canal pain free. I highly recommend him!
Melanie Odria
6 years ago
Dr. Kotler was great to me and so was his assistant. The doctor made the root canal pain free. I highly recommend him!
Onyx 3
6 years ago
How does one begin to describe a bad experience. The reason you are going to see a endodontis is for something considerably wrong with your teeth. I was advised by my dentist that I should seek consultation from a "Endo" for a possible root canal (the receptionist advised Dr. Kolter). Now I have no idea who Dr. Kolter is but what I do know is he is part of a journey I now must make in order to correct the issue I am having with my teeth. I come in for my "scheduled appointment", fill out the appropriate paperwork and patiently await my consult with the doctor. I am called to the back and directed to the reclining dentist chair by the assistant (very pleasant). She takes an x-ray of the area in question and then advises that the doctor will be in to see me shortly. When the doctor entered the room the first thing that stood out to me was that he had his back to me and never greeted me only directing his attention to his assistant asking her was this some sort of insurance case. He look at my x-ray at which time he now turns to me and question why I am in here (giving as he stated, I do not see anything wrong). I begin to explain what my dentist had stated to me (all information was written on my referral had he taking the time to read). Dr. Kolter was very dismissive in his response (almost irritated that I was even there...he had actually stated to me " why did I even come to his office"). He advised that the questionable tooth is not covered by most insurances (making me feel as to why should he bother. He even stated that he had another patient in the other room as though he was doing me a favor even talking to me...WOW). Due to his behavior I could not take comfort in belief that he was the right person for the job. I raised up out of the chair to leave telling him that I did not want his service and took my paperwork at which time he became very aggressive and told me I could not take anything out of his office. I had to advise him to back away from me. Later I looked up reviews on this person only to see that I should have done that First, there were more than a few similar complaints about this doctor. I later called back to his assistant to apologize that she had to witness that interaction (I got the feeling that it was not a first for her...). This review is for all but maybe more for people of color...Stay away from this guy!
Jim Fishel
6 years ago
I was referred by my new dentist Dr. Jackson (my former retired recently) to Dr. Kottler for a root canal. This was a wonderful experience. Everyone is helpful, accommodating and friendly. The doctor definitely knows his specialty and the procedure was nearly painless and handled expertly. His support team is a wonderful extra. I have no problem telling others that Dr. Kottler is an excellent practitioner.
Onyx 3
6 years ago
How does one begin to describe a bad experience. The reason you are going to see a endodontis is for something considerably wrong with your teeth. I was advised by my dentist that I should seek consultation from a "Endo" for a possible root canal (the receptionist advised Dr. Kolter). Now I have no idea who Dr. Kolter is but what I do know is he is part of a journey I now must make in order to correct the issue I am having with my teeth. I come in for my "scheduled appointment", fill out the appropriate paperwork and patiently await my consult with the doctor. I am called to the back and directed to the reclining dentist chair by the assistant (very pleasant). She takes an x-ray of the area in question and then advises that the doctor will be in to see me shortly. When the doctor entered the room the first thing that stood out to me was that he had his back to me and never greeted me only directing his attention to his assistant asking her was this some sort of insurance case. He look at my x-ray at which time he now turns to me and question why I am in here (giving as he stated, I do not see anything wrong). I begin to explain what my dentist had stated to me (all information was written on my referral had he taking the time to read). Dr. Kolter was very dismissive in his response (almost irritated that I was even there...he had actually stated to me " why did I even come to his office"). He advised that the questionable tooth is not covered by most insurances (making me feel as to why should he bother. He even stated that he had another patient in the other room as though he was doing me a favor even talking to me...WOW). Due to his behavior I could not take comfort in belief that he was the right person for the job. I raised up out of the chair to leave telling him that I did not want his service and took my paperwork at which time he became very aggressive and told me I could not take anything out of his office. I had to advise him to back away from me. Later I looked up reviews on this person only to see that I should have done that First, there were more than a few similar complaints about this doctor. I later called back to his assistant to apologize that she had to witness that interaction (I got the feeling that it was not a first for her...). This review is for all but maybe more for people of color...Stay away from this guy!
Nikki Zalesak
7 years ago
Very clean calm office. Dr. Kotler has tremendous experience and my root canal was pain-free. Lilian and Ron are qualified and attentive assistants, so I felt safe during the procedure.
Jim Fishel
7 years ago
I was referred by my new dentist Dr. Jackson (my former retired recently) to Dr. Kottler for a root canal. This was a wonderful experience. Everyone is helpful, accommodating and friendly. The doctor definitely knows his specialty and the procedure was nearly painless and handled expertly. His support team is a wonderful extra. I have no problem telling others that Dr. Kottler is an excellent practitioner.
Nikki Zalesak
7 years ago
Very clean calm office. Dr. Kotler has tremendous experience and my root canal was pain-free. Lilian and Ron are qualified and attentive assistants, so I felt safe during the procedure.
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