Merit Dental
Blairsville

Dave Hughes with MMA weekly

★★★★★ Nov 14, 2024

These guys got me in the same day I was In so much pain took care of me they are simply the best from the reception to the nurse and the doctor they are the best. I hate the dentist but I think I found my forever dentist and I have no problem driving the hour for this doctor and he is young so I'll be able to have him for a while. Thank you guys ?

Stormy LaMantia

★★ Oct 23, 2024

Nicole Crowl

★★★★★ Sep 28, 2024

The staff are so friendly and every time I go for a cleaning it's a great experience.

Mrs Twilight

★★★★★ Sep 25, 2024

Merit Dental is both professional and pleasant. They are honest but kind. They all made me feel comfortable like an old friend.

Chrissy Kemerer

★★★★★ Aug 30, 2024

Dr. Augusty and the staff were very kind and knowledgeable. They helped to get me scheduled for an appointment at a time that worked with my work schedule. It was a very smooth and painless experience!

katie gamerqueen

★★★★★ Aug 20, 2024

I had the most wonderful experience at Merit Dental. They took me in as an emergency appointment the same day I called. They truely care and understand you as a person. The kindness of the entire staff to the knowledge of the dentist himself was outstanding. I will refer Merit Dental to friends and family and will definitely be back. Thankyou again for such a pleasant experience.

Dale Beers

★★★★★ Aug 06, 2024

Very good visit. Liked the employees and I believe they are up front and honest. Hopefully I can get my problems worked out without it costing me an arm and a leg. My last experience with a different dentist was horrible and I don't expect it to be this way with Merit dental. Hoping for the best???

Roseanne Mollo

★★★★★ Jul 25, 2024

I highly recommend Merit Dental in Blairsville, PA - they are great! Dr. Augusty and his staff are very efficient and professional as well as personable. They all made me feel comfortable and did an excellent job on my crown replacement and fillings. I was extremely pleased and will continue to schedule any dental work with them.

Drift It

★★★★★ Jul 11, 2024

Had to find a new dentist due to mine closing and will highly recommend Merit Dental! My first experience with Merit was definitely different! I have never had such thorough and honest care at a dental office before. I defentily found my new dentist! Thank you all at Merit Dental and I would give you 10 stars if I could because your above and beyond the standard dentistry!

Jeremy Brown

★★★★★ Jul 02, 2024

Today was my first visit to Merit dental. The fact that I was able to get a tooth extracted at first visit speaks volumes and that has helped me out a great deal. That alone makes me want to come back. The staff there did a wonderful job. Thank you for all that you've done.

daniel libengood

★★★★★ Jun 19, 2024

Darrick

★★★★★ May 20, 2024

Entire staff is very patient-friendly. Excellent work!!!

Samantha Graf

★★★★★ May 14, 2024

Awesome experience! Everyone is super nice and does a excellent job. I felt well taken care of. Highly recommend!

Edra Mae Zitterbart

★★★★ May 12, 2024

I find this dental staff very efficient. The staff has been very friendly and kind. Ronda has been very kind in answering all my questions concerning prices and discounts. I appreciate the treatment thus far. I have more dental work to be done and I am confident it will be done well.

Paul Boring

★★★★★ May 09, 2024

The staff at merit dental or very knowledgeable. They move quickly in helping me with my dental emergency. The outcome was great. I have been going to merit dental for a couple years now and I don't plan on changing. I would recommend merit dental to anybody looking for a good dentist.

Michael Palmo

★★★★★ Apr 18, 2024

Excellent team of professionals!

Carol Johnson

★★★★★ Jan 23, 2024

Karlie Patterson

★★★★★ Nov 01, 2023

Keith Davis

★★★★★ Oct 25, 2023

Jeff Libengood

★★★★★ Sep 14, 2023

I had a very positive experience. They were thorough and I have confidence that I am in good hands.

Terry Shields

★★★★★ Jul 18, 2023

nykki litvik

★ Jun 22, 2023

Up until a few months ago this was a great place. When Paula and Heather left it went downhill. I have been doing invisalign which they no longer use, only reason I knew this was because I heard the Dr talking to the receptionist. They were not up front about it all. They scheduled me for an appointment but never actually put it in their system, and are still trying bill me for services I have never received nor do I plan on getting done through them. When I found a new carrier to finish my invisalign with they never answered their phone or called back so I could get my files transferred. Absolutely disgusted at how much money I have given to this place!

Barb Fabin

★★ Apr 21, 2023

I have been going to Merit Dental in Blairsville for a few years now. The staff snd add have been wonder Paula was especially good at helping utilize insurance if you had any. Always got you in if there was a problem Thad needed taken care of quickly. Dr was very kind and gentle. Recently though the company has not treated the staff well so most have left including the Dr. I will choose to go to another dentist. Merit you have done disservice to your company by letting this happen. You had many happy patients that will no longer have the great staff that was there. I will say the new hygienist and new office person are very nice but most go to a Dentist ( Dr) they grow to like and so I am disappointed.

randy Mccreary

★★★★★ Apr 13, 2023

They were friendly and prompt. A job well done.

Sarah Keller

★★★★★ Mar 23, 2023

This place is wonderful and has me looking forward to future visits!! Receptionist was delightfully pleasant as well as everyone else we had the pleasure of interacting with and definitely felt comforted in my visit knowing that the dentist can be scary for some.

Leslie Ribblett

★★★★★ Mar 01, 2023

When I used to go to the dentist ,it' was always a fear of mine,NO MORE,I enjoy their kindness and the Dentist there is really Top Notch. They play music,He explains everything to me and I have gotten root canals and now Crowns along with cleanings. I am very comfortable with everything They do. I would not go any where else but Merit.The assistants are awesome and I appreciate What they do!! Thank you all!!!

emily rahalla

★★★★★ Jan 24, 2023

Lisa Campbell

★★★★★ Jan 05, 2023

noah

★★★★★ Dec 22, 2022

dr. kabitzke is a great guy!!! he's extremely calming, and explains everything he's doing. he is also very thorough with numbing, this is the first time i literally don't feel a thing. even getting my tooth ground down for a crown was easy and painless. the office itself is very cozy and welcoming. he does amazing work and so do his staff. everyone there gives off the same energy he does, so even if he himself doesn't do it, you'll be fine:) recommend 100%!!

Janet Altman

★★★★★ Dec 07, 2022

Nancy Shields

★★★★★ Nov 12, 2022

Paula Brendlinger

★★★★★ Nov 08, 2022

All the staff is wonderful and the new hygienist is awesome!!

shadowAeris

★★★★★ Nov 08, 2022

Heather Greene

★★★★★ Nov 08, 2022

Amazing staff! Had some cosmetic work done and can’t stop smiling! Dr.Kabitzke is gentle and kind.

Mary Baker

★★★★★ Nov 01, 2022

Friendly welcome, pleasant people very thorough, a good experience!

Jeffrey Crist

★★★★★ Oct 21, 2022

Chuck Quidetto

★★★★★ Oct 14, 2022

Lori McConnell

★★★★★ Oct 13, 2022

Everyone is so friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Wonderful dental experience.

Jennifer Eshleman

★★★★★ Oct 13, 2022

I’ve recently embarked on a very emotional dental journey. I cannot stress how comfortable the dentist and the entire office staff has made me feel so far!

Lynn Rothwell

★★★★★ Oct 12, 2022

Charlotte Marko

★★★★★ Oct 12, 2022

Merit Dental is wonderful! I had an extremely painful toothache and Paula at Merit Dental in Blairsville PA got me in the very next day! I was extremely nervous going to the dentist but the doctor and staff put me at ease right away. They were so kind, friendly and patient! Everything was explained to me completely. The doctor was so gentle and careful. I experienced no pain during the surgical extraction of my tooth. After the procedure they made sure I was comfortable and calm. I was given detailed instructions by the doctor both written and verbal. The price was very good and they filed on my insurance for me. It was a surprisingly good experience! Excellent service!!!

Ethan Hall

★★★★★ Sep 16, 2022

Dentist and staff are kind, cooperative, and very professional. Would highly recommend them to anyone.

Melissa Tucholski

★★★★★ Sep 13, 2022

I love this office and the staff! Paula is so great! She was so accommodating to my schedule and got me in so fast, knowing I was in pain. Absolutely love the office

Arcanepayne

★★★★★ Aug 18, 2022

Richard Brownlee

★★★★★ Aug 05, 2022

Great staff very friendly and the work is excellent recommend them to everybody

Tamela Gazdik

★★★★★ Aug 05, 2022

Staff is extremely helpful and nice. Comfortable setting. Dr. talks to you and explains everything. Great mannerism.

michelle trenney

★★★★★ May 04, 2022

I have a tremendous fear of going to the dentist but the people that work there make me so relaxed that I would never go anywhere else. I've only been going there for a short time. I feel like I have known them for a long time. Very friendly

Keith Davis

★★★★★ Apr 15, 2022

No waiting. Got me in on time. Very professional

Chris Cameron

★★★★★ Apr 12, 2022

William Bing

★★★★★ Mar 31, 2022

Larry Dascenzo

★★★★★ Mar 08, 2022

Merit Dental was quite helpful with my treatment I was very satisfied with my service

Cheri Taylor

★★★★★ Mar 02, 2022

This dentist is the Best of the Best! Very gentle, helpful, and knows what he is doing. Have had dentists in the past but love this office the best.

litvik627

★★★★★ Feb 10, 2022

Highly recommended place for those, like myself, who have anxiety seeing a dentist. Like others that have reviewed this, Dr. Kabitzke is incredibly calming, highly professional character and the surrounding staff were equally great. I'm so happy to get some much needed work done here.

Jeanette Kathol

★★★★★ Jan 31, 2022

Dr Kabitske is a caring, professional dentist. Wonderful dental care. Highly recommended!

Laura Lynn Palmer

★★★★★ Oct 25, 2021

I am so happy with Dr. Kabitzke. He has a very calming presence and I like that he talks me through everything. Having dental anxiety is horrible and now all my dental work is completed and I just have to consult with the oral surgeon for my implant. The office staff are very friendly and accommodating. Everyone from Paula at the front desk, to April and Heather in the back are great at what they do and make you feel welcome and at ease. Would highly recommend Merit Dental!

Tim Shupe

★★★★★ Aug 31, 2021

The best experience I've ever had at the dentist!

Ann Kitzmiller

★★★★★ Jul 08, 2021

I highly recommend Merit Dental! I had a broken tooth and they worked me in the very next day. There are different payment options (if you don't have dental insurance).The dentist was fantastic! He was not rushed, explained everything he was doing, and did a great job on my broken tooth. I can't even tell it's ever been damaged. If you are nervous about dental care, this is the place you want to go!

Pam Bergamasco

★ Apr 07, 2021

Would never recommend this office to my worst enemy....All they want is money...wanted to charge me Twice what I paid at another dentist to do at HALF price!!Think I was paying there monthly rent ??

Tim Henry

★★★★★ Apr 03, 2021

My visit to Merit Dental in Blairsville was the best, the staff and Dentist are all kind, polite, professional and easy to laugh and joke with. I will go back and recommend them highly.

Barbara Gray

★★★★★ Dec 05, 2020

I went there for a issue I was having , I had never been there before nor was I a patient but they got me in the very next day ! And fixed my issue ! So will I be going back again ? Absolutely and I will also refer anyone that I know . Thank you very much your kindness was appreciated

sandi karpinski

★★★★★ Oct 26, 2020

I’m 64yrs old and I have never had a Dentist with the patience, calmness and warm personality as Dr. Kabitzke. His staff is just as nice. They got me into the office to take care of a dental emergency that happened on the weekend. I would recommend them to anyone especially those who have a little “dental anxiety” like myself. They put me right at ease. I can’t thank them enough. I will continue with them for all my dental needs. Sandra K Leasure

Tom Smalls

★ Sep 28, 2020

Very arrogant old man.

Kameron Lockhart

★★★★★ Sep 18, 2020

Service was fast and the people were really nice, and seemed to really care about my teeth.

Jennifer Sprenkle

★★★★★ Jun 26, 2020

Jamie D'andrea

★★★ Mar 09, 2020

Dr. Barfuss is no longer working at this location. The cleaning staff (Marissa) are still wonderful, kind, gentle, and helpful, but I have doubts about the dentist that took over the practice. I have always been concerned about overfilling "softspots" or "problematic" areas in teeth or old fillings because dentists want the extra income or their ego gets in the way when they see other dentists' work. So after 1.5 years seeing Dr. Barfuss, with absolutely no problems, I somehow manage to get 4 "problematic" areas on my teeth that will need corrected/filled when my last checkup was 6 months ago? No thanks. I will forever get second opinions for any checkup that leads to more than one cavity being identified. I also overheard the women next to me complain about how she was confused that she had so many problems come about after so many years of a clean record, and she was seeing a different dentist prior. I recommend everyone do their research and always seek out second opinions.

Lorie Libengood

★★★★★ Feb 08, 2020

Always friendly and informative

Kylie Walker

★★★★★ Jan 24, 2020

Bruce Nixon

★★★★★ Dec 19, 2019

The entire staff at Merit Dental in Blairsville made me feel comfortable and welcome. I received great care and thoughtful consideration throughout my entire visit. I highly recommend the team at Merit Dental in Blairsville : ).

Shannon Zacherl

★★★★★ Nov 27, 2019

Justin Ferguson

★★★★★ Oct 07, 2019

Shasta

★★★★★ Aug 30, 2019

My experience was great! My children were both nervous to go to a new dentist, and afraid that it would be a bad experience. However, they both loved it, and were very happy with their experience! I loved how polite the staff was. They informed me of how my children's check ups went, and answered my questions/concerns!

Terri Snow

★★★★★ Jul 17, 2019

Very clean. Very friendly. Staff understanding of dentist anxiety. Would recommend to anyone in the blairsville area

Bru Mer

★★★★★ Jul 16, 2019

I switched from another local dentist in Fall 2018, and so far, I have had examinations, cleanings, a reference to an orthodontist and a periodontist, and discussion of planning for future treatment. My experience has been excellent. The staff, from front office to dental techs to Dr. Barfuss are all highly professional and personable. (The "sisters" Tonia and Paula are great at their jobs.) The office staff works diligently with me to ensure all paperwork and insurance issues are handled promptly with the best possible outcome for me. Dr. Barfuss takes the time to answer all questions thoroughly. The waiting room, office and examination rooms are all immaculate, as is all of the equipment. I'm very happy with my dental care at Merit Dental of Blairsville. Bruce

Greg Forstater

★★★★★ May 15, 2019

The best dentist office I have been to! I have been going for a few years and I haven't had anything but positive experiences. Paula is super friendly and helpful. And the Dentist is very knowledgeable and is willing to talk to the patient about any concerns they may have.

Jamie Henry

★★★★★ May 08, 2019

Great experience and people! Everything was explained in depth and all my questions were answered. I may even start going every six months like I'm supposed to lol.

Corey Henderson

★★★★★ Mar 21, 2019

Great service. Highly recommend!

Megan Gardner

★ Feb 27, 2019

The facility was very inviting. They dentist did require an x ray that was not covered by my insurance. She explained that it was necessary for her to do any kind of exam, cleaning or treatment at all of my teeth. I did extensive research on the x ray she was asking for. It is not necessarily at all! To education others this is expensive you do not need to pay and over time over exposer to radiation from x rays in general are harmful. Save yourself the time, money and most importantly your health go some place else!

Tara Elder

★★★★★ Feb 11, 2019

I just brought my daughter there for her cleaning. Tonia did an awesome job cleaning her teeth and my daughter really took a liking to her. The doctor was very sweet and thorough. We had a great experience and will definitely be going back!

Rod Graham

★★★★★ Jan 16, 2019

F Corbett

★★★★★ Nov 03, 2018

I am peased to say I was very satisfied with the professionalism in every aspect of the Merit Dental facility. The dentist and staff deserve all the praise they get.

Brittany Smith

★★★★★ Jun 19, 2018

I called on Thursday for an emergency appointment. One of my molars chipped out and left the exposed root which was causing me lots of pain. The receptionist got me in on Tuesday for 12pm. I was in and out within 45 minutes and the root was pulled. My dental insurance normally charges $50 copays, but they didn't ask for a dime at the office! I am so pleased with everyone here. They are friendly, accommodating, and great to deal with! I wouldn't recommend anyone else.

Lee May

★★★★★ Apr 26, 2018

Amber Williams

★★★★★ Sep 23, 2017

I have always been a coward when it comes to seeing the dentist. It does not matter if it's just for a cleaning. It's to the point I throw up. Last week I came in to get work done and I couldn't have been happier. All of the employees were very welcoming. And the doctor totally understood my fear. She was so good I didn't even know she had already given me the shot of novicane. She was amazing I would recommend anyone

April Smyth

★★★★★ Aug 19, 2017

I am thrilled to have found Dr. Losco and his team! He is a wonderful dentist and everyone in the office is friendly! I never enjoyed going to the dentist, but now I don't mind. Everyone is courteous and polite, and nonjudgmental. Also the office is SO clean!! I switched my 14 year old son over to Dr. Losco (he had to have 4 teeth extracted to get his braces, and was really nervous), and he loved him. I recommend if you are searching for a new dentist, give Dr. Losco a call. I am glad I did.

Al Conte

★★★★★ May 02, 2017

Dr. Losco and his staff were very professional and helpful. I would highly recommend anyone to go to them.

Judy Vespa

★★★★★ Oct 18, 2016

Goldina Budner

★★★★★ Jun 27, 2016

I really didn't like to go to the dentist because of past experiences. Dr. Losco helped me get over that fear. He is friendly and a well seasoned dentist, as well as his staff. I would difinitely recommend him to any one who has a fear of the dentist or if you just want a regular dentist.