4.8
163 Reviews

Dylan Kranzel

Dec 05, 2024

— Dylan, thanks for your 5-star review!

Donna Ross

Dec 04, 2024

Dr. Nick is a great dentist! He’s always pleasant and he does excellent work. He has a polite and professional staff.

— Hi Donna, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Bonny Stugard

Nov 12, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Bonny! We appreciate your review.

Stephanie Whipple-Miller

Nov 08, 2024

Everyone at Merit Dental has been absolutely wonderful! They have taken excellent care of my Mother (who has dementia & has needed extensive dental work). She really enjoys going there ?. They treat her with dignity & respect ?.

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Kathy Blickley

Nov 06, 2024

Love me hygienist, forgive but I forgot her name. And whole experience of Dr Nicks office.

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William Staley

Oct 24, 2024

Extremely professional dentist and assistant thank you even shared cell phone pics

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Thonda Swank

Oct 17, 2024

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Thomas Ishler

Oct 15, 2024

— Thank you for the review Thomas, you've really made us smile!

James Paine

Oct 10, 2024

As a heads up, they are closed from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. each day for lunch. Perfectly reasonable, but there is no signage to that effect, and their website incorrectly lists their hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Twice now I have bounced off the door before a 2:00 p.m. appointment. I try to show up to medical and dental appointments at least 10 minutes early to allow for any paperwork, but here when they say 2:00 p.m. they mean not one minute earlier. Again, perfectly reasonable, but I wish there was a sign or something on the door. Knocking on the door or calling the office phone number will get nothing during that window.

Francis Lambert

Oct 02, 2024

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John

Sep 25, 2024

— Thank you for the review John, you've really made us smile!

Robert Diehl

Sep 18, 2024

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Leroy Rissler

Sep 16, 2024

Got a cleaning, and my teeth don't even hurt afterward! I forget her name, it started with a K. She was super gentle and understanding and did not judge me for my lack of flossing.

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Terynn Plale

Sep 11, 2024

Everyone in this office was very nice and professional. The office was very clean, and they were thorough. Going to the dentist gives me bad anxiety, but the staff made it tolerable. I would highly recommend them.

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Robert Diehl

Aug 30, 2024

All very friendly and efficient. Barb my hygienist who is new,fits perfectly into the great environment. Can't say I enjoy going to the dentist'office but Dr. Nick and his crew make it a good experience.

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Robert Whyne

Aug 29, 2024

Once again the staff at Merit Dental were fantastic. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for dental care.

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George Vacca

Aug 29, 2024

At my last appointment, I mentioned to the hygenist that it seemed as if a "family atmosphere" existed at Merit Dental Shamokin Dam. Her response: "I love working here. We all get along, the office manager treats us well, and Dr. Nick treats us well." Why does that matter to me as a patient? Because people do a better job when they are pleased to be doing that job and feel invested in the success of the business. Dr. Nick Hartranft sets a professional, yet somehow, informal tone. I consider Merit Dental to be one of the major "plus" factors in my move to the area, and have zero interest in going to any other dentist.

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Jessica Kalcich

Aug 28, 2024

Very professional and friendly from the moment you walk in the door! Thorough and mindful. Very happy to switch to this dental office. The only negative thing is lack of parking.

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Jamie Vadella

Aug 15, 2024

Great dentist and staff. Absolutely amazing Hygentist.

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Roxie Shrawdet

Aug 13, 2024

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Bob Sebasovich

Aug 09, 2024

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Margaret Lehr-DeVolld

Jul 26, 2024

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SALLY HAGER

Jul 25, 2024

Excellent care.

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Nicole Fowler

Jul 12, 2024

Very friendly and understanding staff. They took their time with me, and put me at ease. I was traumatized the last time I was at the dentist, so this was huge for me!! Thank you, Dr. Nick and the staff at Merit Dental!

— Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Nicole. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

Shawnda Marquette

Jul 08, 2024

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Catherine Stanish Reyes

Jul 04, 2024

Ashlee is the best dental hygienist I have ever had! She makes it a pleasant experience and makes sure I'm comfortable throughout the whole cleaning. ? #bestsmile #dentalhygienist #gratefulpatient

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Valerie Ricedorf

Jul 04, 2024

The staff were friendly and professional. My cleaning was thorough and staff took their time during my appointment. They answered all of my questions. I highly recommend Merit Dental.

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Deanna Kerstetter

Jun 27, 2024

Friendliest staff. Always a pleasant environment. Thorough cleanings

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Michael Savidge

Jun 27, 2024

— Thanks for the five-star review, Michael.

David Dearing

Jun 14, 2024

As always, I had a wonderful experience at this office.

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Sheryl Rathfon

Jun 14, 2024

Excellent experience! Have already recommended to a friend. Was nervous w change to new dental because same dentist for last 18 years & his motto was "we cater to cowards!" ?

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Don Bordner

Jun 14, 2024

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Janet Romberger

Jun 09, 2024

My visit was A+...thank you to Dr. Nick and the staff..enjoyable experience!

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Roxanne Foust

May 23, 2024

— Hello Roxanne! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Melony

May 14, 2024

— Melony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary Raker

May 10, 2024

— Thanks for the 5-star review, Mary! We appreciate you taking the time to review us.

Tom Muffer

May 09, 2024

Always courteous people who care.

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Georgine “Gina” Whelan

Apr 30, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Georgine! We appreciate your review.

Anthony Benfer

Apr 18, 2024

The staff do their work in excellent fashion...I'd give that a 5 star....but where they lack is parking for their customers for that I give them a 2 star...I had to walk in the adjacent parking lot and walk across the busy road to get to the building

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Elizabeth P.

Apr 05, 2024

Best ever!

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Robin Derr

Apr 04, 2024

Dr.nick and employees are very nice and very welcoming.very clean and friendly place great group of people. I am not a dentist type of person but Dr nick and team make you feel very comfortable and at ease. Was not disappointed

— Hi Robin, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Mary Delancey

Jan 24, 2024

Extremely friendly staff. Exceptionally clean office. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure you are safe, well cared for, and satisfied with their work.

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Darla Harper

Jan 20, 2024

— Hi, Darla! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Christine Fuller

Jan 18, 2024

Great group of professionals and right on time!

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Lloyd Freudenberger

Jan 12, 2024

Beware they website states they offer sedation dentistry. They dont

— Hi Lloyd, I'm so sorry that your experience with us wasn't a positive one. If you would like to provide any additional information please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sue Corl

Dec 27, 2023

Great dental practice!

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Ernest Masden

Dec 13, 2023

I want there needing a root canal with an infected tooth they did the root canal, and instantly when the numbing went away, I felt great . they are very professional and they know what they’re doing. Highly recommend.

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Jean Leitzel

Dec 12, 2023

I had a cracked tooth and Dr. Nick was able to do a root canal and save my tooth!! Thank You ...I know it backed up your schedule. Staff is awesome!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Jean! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Laure Johnson

Dec 07, 2023

Everyone is friendly and do a great job. Very clean and organized. Everyone is excellent at their job. I highly recommend them.

— Hi, Laure! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Gary Shellenberger

Nov 21, 2023

I felt that l received excellent care in a friendly setting. The dentist and all others were very nice.

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Annette Madden

Nov 16, 2023

— Thank you for the review Annette, you've really made us smile!

donna devine

Oct 25, 2023

Everyone is kind and considerate. Best dental care, highly recommend.

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Meg McRae

Oct 16, 2023

Very nice staff and dentist is wonderful

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Cheryl Bohler

Sep 30, 2023

— Hi, Cheryl! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Lisa Bidelspach

Sep 26, 2023

Needed to find a new dentist, Friends referred me to them, I am not disappointed, I feel like I found the family dentistry that I needed?

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Andy Reich

Sep 20, 2023

— Hello Andy! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ralph Burkhart

Sep 15, 2023

Excellent, friendly.

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Ralph! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Tad Beaver

Sep 06, 2023

The doctor is very informative of everything and is always pleasant and all the staff members are very pleasant and do a wonderful job I would recommend merit dental to anyone

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Jana Peters

Aug 31, 2023

Dr. Nick and all his staff are super awesome!

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Rikkity

Aug 16, 2023

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Pam Laubach

Jul 21, 2023

Best ever!!! Never felt anything.... had a root canal and crown.

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Sherri Zerbe

Jul 14, 2023

— Thank you for the review Sherri, you've really made us smile!

laken derk

May 05, 2023

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Tariq Rahman

May 05, 2023

Amazing hospitality coupled with highly skilled care. I would highly recomnend Merit dental. Thank you Nick and staff for everything you do!

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Julie Rudon

May 04, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Julie.

Ann Pascavage

Apr 25, 2023

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Ron Latsha

Apr 21, 2023

— Ron, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary jane Brubaker

Apr 13, 2023

I was very happy with Merit Dental!! Such friendly helpful staff!

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Brandy Harmon

Mar 29, 2023

— Thank you for the review Brandy, you've really made us smile!

Patricia Miller

Mar 24, 2023

— Hello Patricia! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ron Wright

Mar 17, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Ron.

Colin Clayberger

Mar 16, 2023

Pleasant atmosphere

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Michael Bolig

Mar 13, 2023

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marlin whary jr

Mar 09, 2023

This is Amanda. My hygienist was great she really took the time to clean my teeth right. She took care not to hurt me.

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Marianne C. Moyer

Mar 02, 2023

— Marianne, thanks for your 5-star review!

Barb Dearing

Feb 22, 2023

Excellent care thank you

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Steve Keller

Feb 16, 2023

Excellent care and super friendly staff. It was my first visit and Kelsey was awesome as was Dr. Nick. Highly recommend!

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Lydia Dudeck

Feb 14, 2023

Awesome staff from checking in to treatment to checking out! Professional friendly staff throughout the whole experience!

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Phat Phish

Feb 07, 2023

The staff here makes you feel very welcome. Made my wife and I feel like we found a new group of friends. All are very intelligent and up to date on all modern forms and techniques of dentistry. Nice music playing in the background made us feel at ease. I would highly recommend this office for all your dental needs. Personally, I had a root canal and temporary tooth done on an earlier date than scheduled. It went smoothly and comfortably. I left with no pain or discomfort. Again, the staff is so nice and friendly conversing with us, making us feel relaxed. Thanks for a great job!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Phat! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Fred Doten

Jan 25, 2023

Love the location, all staff are friendly, cleaning completed in short order.

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Austin Bennett

Jan 25, 2023

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Jack Business

Jan 25, 2023

Thank you so much for your excellent care which I extend both to the dentist and his staff. I greatly appreciate your accommodating my schedule as I travel a reasonable distance, and as always, I would recommend your office to all of my associates.

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Char and Ken Bailey

Jan 18, 2023

Always get great service

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Keri Weaver

Jan 05, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Keri.

Emily Kerstetter

Dec 21, 2022

I do NOT recommend this office. There is no direct number to reach the office. I was schedule on a day that there so happened to be a snow storm. I go to my appointment at my appointment time and the office is CLOSED. I didnt get any call about rescheduling my appointment and when I called the number, I was told the doctor was no longer there for the day and the office went home. They called EVERY other patient but ME. Instead of risking MY life during this bad storm I could've just stayed home. I was told I would receive a call from the office manager. It is a week later and I have yet to receive a call. I am definitely going to a different office. Ridiculous.

— Hi Emily, we always want our patients to have a positive experience and we're truly sorry that you did not. We appreciate you sharing your helpful feedback as it will help us improve. If you'd like to provide us additional details please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sara Woods

Dec 09, 2022

Very pleased

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Breanne Birster

Dec 01, 2022

— Thank you for the review Breanne, you've really made us smile!

Melissa Keefer

Nov 29, 2022

I recommend Merit Dental in Selingsgrove to all my friends! The staff is wonderful and always helpful. Dr. Nick is the best dentist I’ve ever had.

Alyson Holdren

Nov 09, 2022

Wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. Last night, I sat for almost two hours, at my request, for some work that desperately needed done. Dr Nick and his assistants were absolutely amazing. It hasn't even been a full 24 hours and I'm already feeling great. Greatly recommend. Very kind and caring staff.

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Carol P0rtzline

Nov 01, 2022

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Cindybvebbdbh Dcbgngudh

Oct 29, 2022

Staff and dentist friendly .I recommend them highly !??

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joel ross

Oct 27, 2022

Very good

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Tracie Gatewood

Oct 18, 2022

They are great with my children. The dental hygienist's are always extremely nice and Nick is a wonderful dentist. Highly recommend

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Kenneth Wagner

Oct 12, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Kenneth.

Logan Snyder

Oct 12, 2022

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Gabe the Guy

Oct 05, 2022

Awesome experience, friendly dentist and hygienist. No pain cleaning! Highly recommend!

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Anthony Benfer

Oct 04, 2022

— Anthony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Cupcake Evolution

Oct 04, 2022

Friendly staff, on time, and clean office. My hygienist is great!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Cupcake! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Dale Biesecker

Oct 04, 2022

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Muneen Jury

Oct 01, 2022

I have felt very well taken care of. Your staff all of them were very kind and made me feel like I was in the best of hands. I recommend Merit Dental for anyone looking for a better dental experience.

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Leanna Nipple

Sep 22, 2022

It was the most enjoyable dental visit I’ve ever had-Awesome staff as well!

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Barry Moser

Sep 19, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Richmond

Sep 15, 2022

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Robert Martz

Sep 09, 2022

Very good dentist!!!

Anything Zup

Aug 25, 2022

These guys are the very best !! They are super nice an truly care about how you feel an what's going on . No hidden surprises, an no b.s.!! They are the real deal for dentist in this area an I strongly recommend you go ,leave your dentist an go see Dr.Nick an his awesome staff.The girls there are truly the sweetest an know what they are doing !!!!!

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Anything. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Amy Kratzer

Aug 11, 2022

Friendly and helpful staff.

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Kyle Kauffman

Aug 02, 2022

Unlike many businesses and healthcare agencies, Merit Shamokin Dam seems fully staffed with quality personnel, even for a sudden, non-urgent call-in like me. Plus they are both friendly AND professional.

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Cindy Dailey

Jul 26, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Cindy.

Sharon Blue

Jul 08, 2022

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Joan Dickson

Jun 30, 2022

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Amy Zimmerman

Jun 22, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Britton

May 25, 2022

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Shaaray

May 18, 2022

Everyone is very friendly here and very attentive. I’m happy I chose this dentist. :-)

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Tom Wolfe

May 11, 2022

— Thank you for the review Tom, you've really made us smile!

Paula Merwin

May 04, 2022

Took my 90-yr-old mom for a long overdue check up. She was reluctant to go to say the least. The staff were very upbeat, reassuring and accommodating. She had most of her care in her wheelchair. Very pleased.

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Erin Madl

Apr 27, 2022

Excellent service! Very friendly, personable staff. I highly recommend this office

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Erin! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Kerri Sechman

Apr 07, 2022

Angel my hygienist was gentle on my mouth! I’m on blood thinners and never tasted blood once! Not once did I feel any discomfort! Highly recommend her! And Dr Nick, is a great Dentist who is thorough and gentle with a fantastic chair side manner! I highly recommend Merit dental!

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Tracy Smith

Mar 25, 2022

Great experience, office staff was friendly and so was the dentist. Didn’t pressure for un needed dental work

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Sharon Lusby

Mar 15, 2022

I have put off going to the Dentist for many years. Yes, I have some issues that need corrected, but, I'm no longer scared. I'm looking forward to healthy teeth and a great smile. I'm so thankful for Merit Dental!

Charity Hoffman

Feb 23, 2022

— Thank you for the review Charity, you've really made us smile!

Daniel Crane

Feb 14, 2022

I have never been at Merit Dental before. What a great experience. They treated me like I had been going there for year. Extremely helpful, very polite an friendly. Very much so suggested to anyone to go there.

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Samuel Kline

Feb 09, 2022

This dental office has given me such a great experience every time that I have gone. All of the staff are very courteous and very professional. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for dental care.

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Michael Hubicki

Feb 01, 2022

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Jason Winckel

Feb 01, 2022

First of all, I was able to get an appointment right away. With the way the World is currently, I was expecting a long waiting period. The staff was delightful and the hygienist was amazing. The doc was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I recommended Merit to my entire staff as most are transplants and looking for a new dentist. Will continue ue sending business to this location.

— Hi, Jason! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Brunilda Torres

Oct 18, 2021

Merit Dental as far as I've seen everyone in the place is very pleasant, the place very clean staff members are helpful you can be calm around them not nerve-wracking like I've been in another place come if you need a Dentist you won't be disappointed. As you can see I'm not smiling yet?

Karen Gessner

Jul 19, 2021

All the staff were so friendly! I had a very minimal wait time. My hygienist Brooke was super thorough with my exam, and Dr Nick was great too! They were very kind and understanding when I had to tend to my small baby during my appointment. Would definitely recommend this practice!!

Ryan Hall

Jun 22, 2021

April Deitrich

Jun 13, 2021

Stephanie kiefaber

May 13, 2021

Merit Dental in Shamokin Dam, by far has the best staff. Every experience, everyone goes above and beyond! I can't explain how much that means to someone who has a true fear of the dentist.

allen Clinger

Apr 15, 2021

Barbara Jeckering

Feb 25, 2021

The best Dr I have ever had, Dr Nick is awesome.... he has taken away my life long fear of going to the dentist!! Great staff, very professional and fun!

Dave Whitten

Dec 05, 2020

Dr's Tina and Nick were fantastic, gentle, communicative, attentive. Melissa operates a tight ship, and Kimmie and all the other staff are professional, friendly and attentive. I gave a 4 out of 5 only because there's always room for improvement...:)

Jen Borch

Nov 19, 2020

Everyone at the office is wonderful. Thank you for your attentive and careful service.

Vickie Walter

Aug 31, 2020

I left this dental practice after 20 plus years. I was treated horribly by the new office manager, Melissa. Dr. Nick is a great dentist. However, the first person you come In contact with is the receptionist, or In this case the office manager. She said she is a "one man show."

Paul Thomas

Aug 10, 2020

Hygienists are fine, the administration side of this place is awful. My entire visit should always be covered yet I receive bills that I dont actually have to pay. Also, due to covid, everyone is being charged a $12 ppe fee. Delta dental insurance only covers $10...which leaves you with a $2 bill. Not exactly going to break the bank, just an inconvenience. If anything, start charging $10. If you want to profit off having to use hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes, just charge $10. Hygienists have always been wearing gloves, face shields and masks. PPE has always been a part of dentistry. Mouths are disgusting. Hygienists and dentists have always had to be cautious. Stop pretending anything changed.

Dottie Jones

Jul 08, 2020

I am not pleased with this office since COVID. They are charging a 12.00 COVID fee!!!! For masking and disinfecting between patients!!!????? Should they not have been doing this anyway??? I feel that this is just a another way to make money. SHAME ON YOU!! Profiting off a pandemic!!! I wish Dr. Lazur had never retired!!! He was awesome!!

Jason Graybill

Jan 24, 2020

First time there and was a friendly experience. My dentist retired and now I found my new dentist. Very happy.

Gail Montero

Jan 22, 2020

Amara Gemberling

Jan 10, 2020

My small daughter and I I've been going to Merit Dental for a couple years now. It is one of the friendliest places that we have ever went and each time a procedure is needed the both of us walk away pain free and completely satisfied. I have never heard eveni people enjoying the dentist as much as my daughter does. It is well worth a visit.

Rita Reinard

Nov 08, 2019

These are the best around..dr nick and his staff. .love them all

James Beagle

Oct 24, 2019

Very friendly staff and provider! My little boy was very at ease and can't wait to go back to the "tooth doctor". - Darlene (Mother)

Carmen Romberger

Sep 18, 2019

Very patient with my daughter who has never had a good experience at the dentist. Patient, professional, positive and thorough.

Matt G

Aug 15, 2019

I’ve never looked forward going to the dentist. Always drew a straight line between anxiety an getting my teeth worked on ever since I was a kid. Until I had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful staff and Doctor Nick. They took great care of me as a person, and with my teeth. For that I can say happily, I finally look forward going to the dentist. As long as it’s Merit. ?

Rita Reinard

Jul 30, 2019

Dr Nick and all staff are very very accommodating to my dental needs and I would recommend them to anyone seeking a friendly dental office..yes and the girls at the desk where you check in and out are super nice and friendly

Parren Gottshall

Jun 21, 2019

I don't usually write reviews.......... However, Dr. Nick and his staff deserve a few words of praise for the high level of excellence that they demonstrated to me during three recent visits. From the initial cleaning, X-rays, and exam, to several needed repairs, to an old crown replacement, I felt that I was absolutely in the hands of the finest, and most caring group of Dental Professionals that I have ever met............... I am sooooo pleased to have found you. Merit Dental............... You have this customer for life!!!

Ely Wha

May 12, 2019

The staff at Merit Dental is phenomenal! I was looking for a new dentist and I found a great and caring staff. Dr. Nick is wonderful and takes the time to answer all your questions. The front office staff Melissa and Jessica are also wonderful with insurance concerns, scheduling appointments and a warm welcome when you arrive! The dental assistants are very thorough with their work as well as very personable. Special thank you to Dr. Nick, Tina and Kassidy for their help and reassurance with my dental work. I can now smile with confidence because of them! Highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a wonderful dentist and dental staff. I’ll be moving hours away from this practice, but I hope to continue using them for my regular dental visits! Thank you!!!

Bob Saget

Mar 25, 2019

Staff is very welcoming and always the most friendliest. I used to dread going to any dentist but since I started going here it’s made me feel comfortable going and motivated me to take much better care of teeth! Dr. Nick really knows what he’s doing and has completely helped me eliminate the constant tooth aches I used to get.

Rob Wilinski

Jan 26, 2019

Great first time office experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff helped us feel comfortable as new patients who had not seen a dentist in some time. My wife, Debbie has been telling family members and friends all about the great experience she had at the dentist! We had no dental insurance, but we were provided a coupon that helped with the charges for both the initial exam, which included a set of full mouth x-rays and an extensive cleaning and fluoride treatment! We both agree it was a great decision to begin our relationship with Dr. Nick Hartranft and his staff. We look forward to continuing that relationship into the future.

K Pennington

Jan 03, 2019

Great staff very friendly. The experience was wonderful, and painless. My new overlay on my tooth is beautiful!

Chris Lancaster

Sep 28, 2018

I would recommend anyone and everyone to the Merit Dental location in Shamokin Dam! The young lady at the reception desk was very pleasant and greeted me by my name properly as I walked in the door. After being flattered and kindly welcomed to the office, I was directed to their very nice sitting are. The waiting room is very clean and tidy. Then I met the young dental hygienist who was an abesolute doll. She had all the patience in the world and was very careful yet thorough! You can instantly tell her kind heart and passion for her work. I only met the doctor briefly, young man- freshly graduated, but had a kind voice. He had a grand amount of matureness which was impressive. If it wasn’t for taking a new position and moving, I would have never of left.

Shannon Rosini

Jul 20, 2018

Great dentist and staffing. Dr. Nick is very gentle and takes the time to talk with his patients on any concerns. His assistant Kim is a wonderful part of the team as well. Best place I have ever been too.

Debora Rogers

Jul 04, 2018

I highly recommend Dr Nick and his fantastic staff of awesome, caring,friendly and gentle people. It's totally pain free. I actually like going to the dentist now.

Brenda

May 22, 2018

No pain dentist who listens to his patients. Provides care that I need without "scaring" me into unneeded services! Finally, a good dentist in Sunbury!

Paul Parowski

Mar 14, 2018

Saw 'Dr. Nick' for the second time yesterday on an 'emergency' appointment. Great dentist! My first appointment was for a 'cap' (visit yesterday was unrelated). The atmosphere of the office hasn't changed with the changing of dentists. Still the same great place to come to have your teeth fixed or cleaned. And the staff is as friendly as ever.

Peggy Walker

Feb 07, 2018

I have been going to this dental office for over15 years. Everyone is so efficient and friendly. Sheree is a wonderful hygenist.

Art Bowen

Apr 26, 2017

My experience at Merit Dental is the same as my previous experience with Dr. Lazur: Friendly, efficient and on time. The new upgrades in the office are welcome and visual for the patient.

Jeff Gemberling

Mar 15, 2017

My name is Jeffrey Gemberling. After over a dozen visits, I have never had the personal attention and friendless that I have come to expect and appreciate than I have here. Dr. Nick spends time and explains each detail with great understanding. His staff is both professional and go above and beyond to educate me through my process. I even take my 4 year old with me each visit and she looks forward to seeing all the same faces and know by name. No other dental facility comes close to this team. We love them.

Joanna Wert

Nov 30, 2016

Today was the first time I've been to the dentist since Dr. Lazur retired. My appointment was for 12:30. The receptionist told me they had just taken in the 11:00. Nice of her to let me know, but why wasn't I called before I made the 25 minute trip?

— Hi Joanna. We are very sorry you had to wait much longer than expected. We understand your time is valuable. We have shared this information with the office. We would like you to know we greatly appreciate you as a patient. We look forward to better meeting your needs at your next appointment. Thank you for the feedback.

Michael Geiswhite

Nov 11, 2016

I enjoy going to the dentist, and my children are learning to enjoy it as well. Dr. Nick is great with my boys! Sheree is the best dental hygienist around! --Erin Geiswhite

Greg Freed

Sep 28, 2016

The best dentist ever. Dr. Lazur was the most thorough dentist I ever had. Dr. Nick will be a good dentist also. The supporting staff is superb.

Mary Snook

Jul 20, 2016

To me, this is definitely the most experienced dental office in the area. I have been going there for 40 years and am proud to say that I finally found a dentist that I trust. Dr. Lazur was super and brought me through all of my fears and built a wonderful relationship with each other. I trusted him with his replacement with Dr. Nick who I know will follow in his foot steps. Everyone at Merit Dental is super and caring. I highly recommend anyone looking for a dentist to go there. I won't go anywhere else and thanks to them, I still have my own teeth. Thank you Merit Dental and staff.

Kerri Sechman

Jul 16, 2016

Excellent Dentist and hygenists and staff! Dr Nick is a kind, gentle, knowledgeable Dentist who makes you feel comfortable! Dr Lazur is one of a kind man and Dentist, I see the same in Dr Nick! RECOMMEND HIGHLY! One thing...WIFI for patients as they wait PLEASE!!!!!!

Ryan Keefer

Jun 22, 2016

Mary Rose Alexander

Apr 28, 2016

I have a lot of respect for Dr Lazur's skills and am sorry to see him retire, although he very much deserves to. As my dentist, he was extremely caring and conscientious about what certain procedures would cost. I had my first visit with Merit Dental this month, just after Dr Lazur retired and was very pleased with the services I received. I hope to continue going there, even though it is a 1.5 hour drive each way for me.

Phyllis Marshall

Nov 11, 2015

THIS IS THE FIRST DENTIST THAT WAS REALLY CONCERN ABOUT YOU TEETH, JAW AND YOUR WHOLE MOUTH. I REALLY HAVE A FEAR OF DENTIST,BUT DR LAZUR MADE FEEL AT EASY. HE UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL AND MAKE YOU COMFORT ABOUT DENTIST. THAT MEAN A LOT WHEN HAVE FEAR. I REALLY HAD SOME BAD DENTIST BEFORE. I AM VERY PLEASE WITH THEIR WORK AND DR. LAZUR.

Judith Lawrence

Jul 08, 2015

Like a previous reviewer mentioned, Dr. Lazur is the only dentist that has ever performed a complete and thorough oral exam during my visit. He is a "dentist's dentist." Now only is his professionalism and his commitment to the practice of dentistry excel, he truly cares about his patients' well being. His staff reflect the same attributes. This practice is the best of the best.

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Merit Dental - Shamokin Dam office

570.743.3300

We are located just west of the Hwy 61 bridge over the river, on the corner of Jonathan Rd. and Baldwin Blvd.

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Open Today:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Mon: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tue: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wed: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thu: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

*Please note office hours are subject to change.

Welcome!

Whether you are a new patient or already part of our family, Merit Dental Shamokin Dam offers a wide range of general dental services, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry for adults and children. If you have any questions, please give us a call.

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HOURS

Open today:

Mon: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tue: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wed: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thu: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

*Please note office hours are subject to change.

PATIENT REVIEWS

Dylan Kranzel

Dec 05, 2024

— Dylan, thanks for your 5-star review!

Donna Ross

Dec 04, 2024

Dr. Nick is a great dentist! He’s always pleasant and he does excellent work. He has a polite and professional staff.

— Hi Donna, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Bonny Stugard

Nov 12, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Bonny! We appreciate your review.

Stephanie Whipple-Miller

Nov 08, 2024

Everyone at Merit Dental has been absolutely wonderful! They have taken excellent care of my Mother (who has dementia & has needed extensive dental work). She really enjoys going there ?. They treat her with dignity & respect ?.

— Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Stephanie. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

Kathy Blickley

Nov 06, 2024

Love me hygienist, forgive but I forgot her name. And whole experience of Dr Nicks office.

— Hello Kathy, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

William Staley

Oct 24, 2024

Extremely professional dentist and assistant thank you even shared cell phone pics

— Thank you for your 5-star review, William. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Thonda Swank

Oct 17, 2024

— Hi Thonda, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Thomas Ishler

Oct 15, 2024

— Thank you for the review Thomas, you've really made us smile!

James Paine

Oct 10, 2024

As a heads up, they are closed from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. each day for lunch. Perfectly reasonable, but there is no signage to that effect, and their website incorrectly lists their hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Twice now I have bounced off the door before a 2:00 p.m. appointment. I try to show up to medical and dental appointments at least 10 minutes early to allow for any paperwork, but here when they say 2:00 p.m. they mean not one minute earlier. Again, perfectly reasonable, but I wish there was a sign or something on the door. Knocking on the door or calling the office phone number will get nothing during that window.

Francis Lambert

Oct 02, 2024

— Hello Francis! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

John

Sep 25, 2024

— Thank you for the review John, you've really made us smile!

Robert Diehl

Sep 18, 2024

— Hello Robert! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Leroy Rissler

Sep 16, 2024

Got a cleaning, and my teeth don't even hurt afterward! I forget her name, it started with a K. She was super gentle and understanding and did not judge me for my lack of flossing.

— Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Leroy. We really appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

Terynn Plale

Sep 11, 2024

Everyone in this office was very nice and professional. The office was very clean, and they were thorough. Going to the dentist gives me bad anxiety, but the staff made it tolerable. I would highly recommend them.

— Thank you for taking a few moments to leave us a 5-star review, Terynn. We really appreciate it!

Robert Diehl

Aug 30, 2024

All very friendly and efficient. Barb my hygienist who is new,fits perfectly into the great environment. Can't say I enjoy going to the dentist'office but Dr. Nick and his crew make it a good experience.

— Hi Robert, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Robert Whyne

Aug 29, 2024

Once again the staff at Merit Dental were fantastic. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for dental care.

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Robert! Your feedback is important to us.

George Vacca

Aug 29, 2024

At my last appointment, I mentioned to the hygenist that it seemed as if a "family atmosphere" existed at Merit Dental Shamokin Dam. Her response: "I love working here. We all get along, the office manager treats us well, and Dr. Nick treats us well." Why does that matter to me as a patient? Because people do a better job when they are pleased to be doing that job and feel invested in the success of the business. Dr. Nick Hartranft sets a professional, yet somehow, informal tone. I consider Merit Dental to be one of the major "plus" factors in my move to the area, and have zero interest in going to any other dentist.

— Thanks for making us smile, George! We appreciate your review.

Jessica Kalcich

Aug 28, 2024

Very professional and friendly from the moment you walk in the door! Thorough and mindful. Very happy to switch to this dental office. The only negative thing is lack of parking.

— Thanks for making us smile, Jessica! We appreciate your review.

Jamie Vadella

Aug 15, 2024

Great dentist and staff. Absolutely amazing Hygentist.

— Hi Jamie, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Roxie Shrawdet

Aug 13, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Roxie! We appreciate your review.

Bob Sebasovich

Aug 09, 2024

— Hi Bob, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Margaret Lehr-DeVolld

Jul 26, 2024

— Hello Margaret! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

SALLY HAGER

Jul 25, 2024

Excellent care.

— Hello, Sally! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to leave us a review. We really appreciate it!

Nicole Fowler

Jul 12, 2024

Very friendly and understanding staff. They took their time with me, and put me at ease. I was traumatized the last time I was at the dentist, so this was huge for me!! Thank you, Dr. Nick and the staff at Merit Dental!

— Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Nicole. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

Shawnda Marquette

Jul 08, 2024

— Hi Shawnda, your feedback is important to us. If you would like to provide any additional information, please reach out to our team directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Catherine Stanish Reyes

Jul 04, 2024

Ashlee is the best dental hygienist I have ever had! She makes it a pleasant experience and makes sure I'm comfortable throughout the whole cleaning. ? #bestsmile #dentalhygienist #gratefulpatient

— Hello Catherine, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

Valerie Ricedorf

Jul 04, 2024

The staff were friendly and professional. My cleaning was thorough and staff took their time during my appointment. They answered all of my questions. I highly recommend Merit Dental.

— Thank you for your 5-star review, Valerie. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Deanna Kerstetter

Jun 27, 2024

Friendliest staff. Always a pleasant environment. Thorough cleanings

— Thank you for taking a few moments to leave us a 5-star review, Deanna. We really appreciate it!

Michael Savidge

Jun 27, 2024

— Thanks for the five-star review, Michael.

David Dearing

Jun 14, 2024

As always, I had a wonderful experience at this office.

— Hi David, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Sheryl Rathfon

Jun 14, 2024

Excellent experience! Have already recommended to a friend. Was nervous w change to new dental because same dentist for last 18 years & his motto was "we cater to cowards!" ?

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Sheryl! Your feedback is important to us.

Don Bordner

Jun 14, 2024

— Hi Don, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Janet Romberger

Jun 09, 2024

My visit was A+...thank you to Dr. Nick and the staff..enjoyable experience!

— Thank you for the review Janet, you've really made us smile!

Roxanne Foust

May 23, 2024

— Hello Roxanne! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Melony

May 14, 2024

— Melony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary Raker

May 10, 2024

— Thanks for the 5-star review, Mary! We appreciate you taking the time to review us.

Tom Muffer

May 09, 2024

Always courteous people who care.

— Hello Tom, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

Georgine “Gina” Whelan

Apr 30, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Georgine! We appreciate your review.

Anthony Benfer

Apr 18, 2024

The staff do their work in excellent fashion...I'd give that a 5 star....but where they lack is parking for their customers for that I give them a 2 star...I had to walk in the adjacent parking lot and walk across the busy road to get to the building

— Anthony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Elizabeth P.

Apr 05, 2024

Best ever!

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Elizabeth. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Robin Derr

Apr 04, 2024

Dr.nick and employees are very nice and very welcoming.very clean and friendly place great group of people. I am not a dentist type of person but Dr nick and team make you feel very comfortable and at ease. Was not disappointed

— Hi Robin, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Mary Delancey

Jan 24, 2024

Extremely friendly staff. Exceptionally clean office. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure you are safe, well cared for, and satisfied with their work.

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Mary. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Darla Harper

Jan 20, 2024

— Hi, Darla! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Christine Fuller

Jan 18, 2024

Great group of professionals and right on time!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Lloyd Freudenberger

Jan 12, 2024

Beware they website states they offer sedation dentistry. They dont

— Hi Lloyd, I'm so sorry that your experience with us wasn't a positive one. If you would like to provide any additional information please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sue Corl

Dec 27, 2023

Great dental practice!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Ernest Masden

Dec 13, 2023

I want there needing a root canal with an infected tooth they did the root canal, and instantly when the numbing went away, I felt great . they are very professional and they know what they’re doing. Highly recommend.

— Thank you for the kind words Ernest. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Jean Leitzel

Dec 12, 2023

I had a cracked tooth and Dr. Nick was able to do a root canal and save my tooth!! Thank You ...I know it backed up your schedule. Staff is awesome!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Jean! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Laure Johnson

Dec 07, 2023

Everyone is friendly and do a great job. Very clean and organized. Everyone is excellent at their job. I highly recommend them.

— Hi, Laure! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Gary Shellenberger

Nov 21, 2023

I felt that l received excellent care in a friendly setting. The dentist and all others were very nice.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Annette Madden

Nov 16, 2023

— Thank you for the review Annette, you've really made us smile!

donna devine

Oct 25, 2023

Everyone is kind and considerate. Best dental care, highly recommend.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Meg McRae

Oct 16, 2023

Very nice staff and dentist is wonderful

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Cheryl Bohler

Sep 30, 2023

— Hi, Cheryl! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Lisa Bidelspach

Sep 26, 2023

Needed to find a new dentist, Friends referred me to them, I am not disappointed, I feel like I found the family dentistry that I needed?

— Thank you for the kind words Lisa. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Andy Reich

Sep 20, 2023

— Hello Andy! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ralph Burkhart

Sep 15, 2023

Excellent, friendly.

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Ralph! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Tad Beaver

Sep 06, 2023

The doctor is very informative of everything and is always pleasant and all the staff members are very pleasant and do a wonderful job I would recommend merit dental to anyone

— Hi Tad, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Jana Peters

Aug 31, 2023

Dr. Nick and all his staff are super awesome!

— Hi, Jana! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Rikkity

Aug 16, 2023

— Hello Rikkity! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Pam Laubach

Jul 21, 2023

Best ever!!! Never felt anything.... had a root canal and crown.

— Hi Pam, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Sherri Zerbe

Jul 14, 2023

— Thank you for the review Sherri, you've really made us smile!

laken derk

May 05, 2023

— Hello Laken! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Tariq Rahman

May 05, 2023

Amazing hospitality coupled with highly skilled care. I would highly recomnend Merit dental. Thank you Nick and staff for everything you do!

— Hi Tariq, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Julie Rudon

May 04, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Julie.

Ann Pascavage

Apr 25, 2023

— Hi, Ann! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Ron Latsha

Apr 21, 2023

— Ron, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary jane Brubaker

Apr 13, 2023

I was very happy with Merit Dental!! Such friendly helpful staff!

— Hi, Mary! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Brandy Harmon

Mar 29, 2023

— Thank you for the review Brandy, you've really made us smile!

Patricia Miller

Mar 24, 2023

— Hello Patricia! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ron Wright

Mar 17, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Ron.

Colin Clayberger

Mar 16, 2023

Pleasant atmosphere

— Hi Colin, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Michael Bolig

Mar 13, 2023

— Hi, Michael! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

marlin whary jr

Mar 09, 2023

This is Amanda. My hygienist was great she really took the time to clean my teeth right. She took care not to hurt me.

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Marianne C. Moyer

Mar 02, 2023

— Marianne, thanks for your 5-star review!

Barb Dearing

Feb 22, 2023

Excellent care thank you

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Barb. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Steve Keller

Feb 16, 2023

Excellent care and super friendly staff. It was my first visit and Kelsey was awesome as was Dr. Nick. Highly recommend!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Lydia Dudeck

Feb 14, 2023

Awesome staff from checking in to treatment to checking out! Professional friendly staff throughout the whole experience!

— Thank you for the kind words Lydia. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Phat Phish

Feb 07, 2023

The staff here makes you feel very welcome. Made my wife and I feel like we found a new group of friends. All are very intelligent and up to date on all modern forms and techniques of dentistry. Nice music playing in the background made us feel at ease. I would highly recommend this office for all your dental needs. Personally, I had a root canal and temporary tooth done on an earlier date than scheduled. It went smoothly and comfortably. I left with no pain or discomfort. Again, the staff is so nice and friendly conversing with us, making us feel relaxed. Thanks for a great job!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Phat! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Fred Doten

Jan 25, 2023

Love the location, all staff are friendly, cleaning completed in short order.

— Hello Fred! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Austin Bennett

Jan 25, 2023

— Hello Austin! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Jack Business

Jan 25, 2023

Thank you so much for your excellent care which I extend both to the dentist and his staff. I greatly appreciate your accommodating my schedule as I travel a reasonable distance, and as always, I would recommend your office to all of my associates.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Char and Ken Bailey

Jan 18, 2023

Always get great service

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Keri Weaver

Jan 05, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Keri.

Emily Kerstetter

Dec 21, 2022

I do NOT recommend this office. There is no direct number to reach the office. I was schedule on a day that there so happened to be a snow storm. I go to my appointment at my appointment time and the office is CLOSED. I didnt get any call about rescheduling my appointment and when I called the number, I was told the doctor was no longer there for the day and the office went home. They called EVERY other patient but ME. Instead of risking MY life during this bad storm I could've just stayed home. I was told I would receive a call from the office manager. It is a week later and I have yet to receive a call. I am definitely going to a different office. Ridiculous.

— Hi Emily, we always want our patients to have a positive experience and we're truly sorry that you did not. We appreciate you sharing your helpful feedback as it will help us improve. If you'd like to provide us additional details please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sara Woods

Dec 09, 2022

Very pleased

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Breanne Birster

Dec 01, 2022

— Thank you for the review Breanne, you've really made us smile!

Melissa Keefer

Nov 29, 2022

I recommend Merit Dental in Selingsgrove to all my friends! The staff is wonderful and always helpful. Dr. Nick is the best dentist I’ve ever had.

Alyson Holdren

Nov 09, 2022

Wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. Last night, I sat for almost two hours, at my request, for some work that desperately needed done. Dr Nick and his assistants were absolutely amazing. It hasn't even been a full 24 hours and I'm already feeling great. Greatly recommend. Very kind and caring staff.

— Hi Alyson, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Carol P0rtzline

Nov 01, 2022

— Hello Carol! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Cindybvebbdbh Dcbgngudh

Oct 29, 2022

Staff and dentist friendly .I recommend them highly !??

— Hi, Cindybvebbdbh! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

joel ross

Oct 27, 2022

Very good

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Joel. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Tracie Gatewood

Oct 18, 2022

They are great with my children. The dental hygienist's are always extremely nice and Nick is a wonderful dentist. Highly recommend

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Kenneth Wagner

Oct 12, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Kenneth.

Logan Snyder

Oct 12, 2022

— Hi, Logan! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Gabe the Guy

Oct 05, 2022

Awesome experience, friendly dentist and hygienist. No pain cleaning! Highly recommend!

— Thank you for the kind words Antony. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Anthony Benfer

Oct 04, 2022

— Anthony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Cupcake Evolution

Oct 04, 2022

Friendly staff, on time, and clean office. My hygienist is great!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Cupcake! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Dale Biesecker

Oct 04, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Dale! We appreciate you taking the time to rate us.

Muneen Jury

Oct 01, 2022

I have felt very well taken care of. Your staff all of them were very kind and made me feel like I was in the best of hands. I recommend Merit Dental for anyone looking for a better dental experience.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Leanna Nipple

Sep 22, 2022

It was the most enjoyable dental visit I’ve ever had-Awesome staff as well!

— Hi Leanna, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Barry Moser

Sep 19, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Richmond

Sep 15, 2022

— Hi James, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Robert Martz

Sep 09, 2022

Very good dentist!!!

Anything Zup

Aug 25, 2022

These guys are the very best !! They are super nice an truly care about how you feel an what's going on . No hidden surprises, an no b.s.!! They are the real deal for dentist in this area an I strongly recommend you go ,leave your dentist an go see Dr.Nick an his awesome staff.The girls there are truly the sweetest an know what they are doing !!!!!

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Anything. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Amy Kratzer

Aug 11, 2022

Friendly and helpful staff.

— Hi Amy, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Kyle Kauffman

Aug 02, 2022

Unlike many businesses and healthcare agencies, Merit Shamokin Dam seems fully staffed with quality personnel, even for a sudden, non-urgent call-in like me. Plus they are both friendly AND professional.

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Cindy Dailey

Jul 26, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Cindy.

Sharon Blue

Jul 08, 2022

— Hi, Sharon! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Joan Dickson

Jun 30, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Joan! We appreciate you taking the time to rate us.

Amy Zimmerman

Jun 22, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Britton

May 25, 2022

— Hi James, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Shaaray

May 18, 2022

Everyone is very friendly here and very attentive. I’m happy I chose this dentist. :-)

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Tom Wolfe

May 11, 2022

— Thank you for the review Tom, you've really made us smile!

Paula Merwin

May 04, 2022

Took my 90-yr-old mom for a long overdue check up. She was reluctant to go to say the least. The staff were very upbeat, reassuring and accommodating. She had most of her care in her wheelchair. Very pleased.

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Paula. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Erin Madl

Apr 27, 2022

Excellent service! Very friendly, personable staff. I highly recommend this office

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Erin! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Kerri Sechman

Apr 07, 2022

Angel my hygienist was gentle on my mouth! I’m on blood thinners and never tasted blood once! Not once did I feel any discomfort! Highly recommend her! And Dr Nick, is a great Dentist who is thorough and gentle with a fantastic chair side manner! I highly recommend Merit dental!

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Tracy Smith

Mar 25, 2022

Great experience, office staff was friendly and so was the dentist. Didn’t pressure for un needed dental work

— Hi Tracy, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Sharon Lusby

Mar 15, 2022

I have put off going to the Dentist for many years. Yes, I have some issues that need corrected, but, I'm no longer scared. I'm looking forward to healthy teeth and a great smile. I'm so thankful for Merit Dental!

Charity Hoffman

Feb 23, 2022

— Thank you for the review Charity, you've really made us smile!

Daniel Crane

Feb 14, 2022

I have never been at Merit Dental before. What a great experience. They treated me like I had been going there for year. Extremely helpful, very polite an friendly. Very much so suggested to anyone to go there.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Samuel Kline

Feb 09, 2022

This dental office has given me such a great experience every time that I have gone. All of the staff are very courteous and very professional. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for dental care.

— Hi Samuel, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Michael Hubicki

Feb 01, 2022

— Hello Michael! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Jason Winckel

Feb 01, 2022

First of all, I was able to get an appointment right away. With the way the World is currently, I was expecting a long waiting period. The staff was delightful and the hygienist was amazing. The doc was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I recommended Merit to my entire staff as most are transplants and looking for a new dentist. Will continue ue sending business to this location.

— Hi, Jason! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Brunilda Torres

Oct 18, 2021

Merit Dental as far as I've seen everyone in the place is very pleasant, the place very clean staff members are helpful you can be calm around them not nerve-wracking like I've been in another place come if you need a Dentist you won't be disappointed. As you can see I'm not smiling yet?

Karen Gessner

Jul 19, 2021

All the staff were so friendly! I had a very minimal wait time. My hygienist Brooke was super thorough with my exam, and Dr Nick was great too! They were very kind and understanding when I had to tend to my small baby during my appointment. Would definitely recommend this practice!!

Ryan Hall

Jun 22, 2021

April Deitrich

Jun 13, 2021

Stephanie kiefaber

May 13, 2021

Merit Dental in Shamokin Dam, by far has the best staff. Every experience, everyone goes above and beyond! I can't explain how much that means to someone who has a true fear of the dentist.

allen Clinger

Apr 15, 2021

Barbara Jeckering

Feb 25, 2021

The best Dr I have ever had, Dr Nick is awesome.... he has taken away my life long fear of going to the dentist!! Great staff, very professional and fun!

Dave Whitten

Dec 05, 2020

Dr's Tina and Nick were fantastic, gentle, communicative, attentive. Melissa operates a tight ship, and Kimmie and all the other staff are professional, friendly and attentive. I gave a 4 out of 5 only because there's always room for improvement...:)

Jen Borch

Nov 19, 2020

Everyone at the office is wonderful. Thank you for your attentive and careful service.

Vickie Walter

Aug 31, 2020

I left this dental practice after 20 plus years. I was treated horribly by the new office manager, Melissa. Dr. Nick is a great dentist. However, the first person you come In contact with is the receptionist, or In this case the office manager. She said she is a "one man show."

Paul Thomas

Aug 10, 2020

Hygienists are fine, the administration side of this place is awful. My entire visit should always be covered yet I receive bills that I dont actually have to pay. Also, due to covid, everyone is being charged a $12 ppe fee. Delta dental insurance only covers $10...which leaves you with a $2 bill. Not exactly going to break the bank, just an inconvenience. If anything, start charging $10. If you want to profit off having to use hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes, just charge $10. Hygienists have always been wearing gloves, face shields and masks. PPE has always been a part of dentistry. Mouths are disgusting. Hygienists and dentists have always had to be cautious. Stop pretending anything changed.

Dottie Jones

Jul 08, 2020

I am not pleased with this office since COVID. They are charging a 12.00 COVID fee!!!! For masking and disinfecting between patients!!!????? Should they not have been doing this anyway??? I feel that this is just a another way to make money. SHAME ON YOU!! Profiting off a pandemic!!! I wish Dr. Lazur had never retired!!! He was awesome!!

Jason Graybill

Jan 24, 2020

First time there and was a friendly experience. My dentist retired and now I found my new dentist. Very happy.

Gail Montero

Jan 22, 2020

Amara Gemberling

Jan 10, 2020

My small daughter and I I've been going to Merit Dental for a couple years now. It is one of the friendliest places that we have ever went and each time a procedure is needed the both of us walk away pain free and completely satisfied. I have never heard eveni people enjoying the dentist as much as my daughter does. It is well worth a visit.

Rita Reinard

Nov 08, 2019

These are the best around..dr nick and his staff. .love them all

James Beagle

Oct 24, 2019

Very friendly staff and provider! My little boy was very at ease and can't wait to go back to the "tooth doctor". - Darlene (Mother)

Carmen Romberger

Sep 18, 2019

Very patient with my daughter who has never had a good experience at the dentist. Patient, professional, positive and thorough.

Matt G

Aug 15, 2019

I’ve never looked forward going to the dentist. Always drew a straight line between anxiety an getting my teeth worked on ever since I was a kid. Until I had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful staff and Doctor Nick. They took great care of me as a person, and with my teeth. For that I can say happily, I finally look forward going to the dentist. As long as it’s Merit. ?

Rita Reinard

Jul 30, 2019

Dr Nick and all staff are very very accommodating to my dental needs and I would recommend them to anyone seeking a friendly dental office..yes and the girls at the desk where you check in and out are super nice and friendly

Parren Gottshall

Jun 21, 2019

I don't usually write reviews.......... However, Dr. Nick and his staff deserve a few words of praise for the high level of excellence that they demonstrated to me during three recent visits. From the initial cleaning, X-rays, and exam, to several needed repairs, to an old crown replacement, I felt that I was absolutely in the hands of the finest, and most caring group of Dental Professionals that I have ever met............... I am sooooo pleased to have found you. Merit Dental............... You have this customer for life!!!

Ely Wha

May 12, 2019

The staff at Merit Dental is phenomenal! I was looking for a new dentist and I found a great and caring staff. Dr. Nick is wonderful and takes the time to answer all your questions. The front office staff Melissa and Jessica are also wonderful with insurance concerns, scheduling appointments and a warm welcome when you arrive! The dental assistants are very thorough with their work as well as very personable. Special thank you to Dr. Nick, Tina and Kassidy for their help and reassurance with my dental work. I can now smile with confidence because of them! Highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a wonderful dentist and dental staff. I’ll be moving hours away from this practice, but I hope to continue using them for my regular dental visits! Thank you!!!

Bob Saget

Mar 25, 2019

Staff is very welcoming and always the most friendliest. I used to dread going to any dentist but since I started going here it’s made me feel comfortable going and motivated me to take much better care of teeth! Dr. Nick really knows what he’s doing and has completely helped me eliminate the constant tooth aches I used to get.

Rob Wilinski

Jan 26, 2019

Great first time office experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff helped us feel comfortable as new patients who had not seen a dentist in some time. My wife, Debbie has been telling family members and friends all about the great experience she had at the dentist! We had no dental insurance, but we were provided a coupon that helped with the charges for both the initial exam, which included a set of full mouth x-rays and an extensive cleaning and fluoride treatment! We both agree it was a great decision to begin our relationship with Dr. Nick Hartranft and his staff. We look forward to continuing that relationship into the future.

K Pennington

Jan 03, 2019

Great staff very friendly. The experience was wonderful, and painless. My new overlay on my tooth is beautiful!

Chris Lancaster

Sep 28, 2018

I would recommend anyone and everyone to the Merit Dental location in Shamokin Dam! The young lady at the reception desk was very pleasant and greeted me by my name properly as I walked in the door. After being flattered and kindly welcomed to the office, I was directed to their very nice sitting are. The waiting room is very clean and tidy. Then I met the young dental hygienist who was an abesolute doll. She had all the patience in the world and was very careful yet thorough! You can instantly tell her kind heart and passion for her work. I only met the doctor briefly, young man- freshly graduated, but had a kind voice. He had a grand amount of matureness which was impressive. If it wasn’t for taking a new position and moving, I would have never of left.

Shannon Rosini

Jul 20, 2018

Great dentist and staffing. Dr. Nick is very gentle and takes the time to talk with his patients on any concerns. His assistant Kim is a wonderful part of the team as well. Best place I have ever been too.

Debora Rogers

Jul 04, 2018

I highly recommend Dr Nick and his fantastic staff of awesome, caring,friendly and gentle people. It's totally pain free. I actually like going to the dentist now.

Brenda

May 22, 2018

No pain dentist who listens to his patients. Provides care that I need without "scaring" me into unneeded services! Finally, a good dentist in Sunbury!

Paul Parowski

Mar 14, 2018

Saw 'Dr. Nick' for the second time yesterday on an 'emergency' appointment. Great dentist! My first appointment was for a 'cap' (visit yesterday was unrelated). The atmosphere of the office hasn't changed with the changing of dentists. Still the same great place to come to have your teeth fixed or cleaned. And the staff is as friendly as ever.

Peggy Walker

Feb 07, 2018

I have been going to this dental office for over15 years. Everyone is so efficient and friendly. Sheree is a wonderful hygenist.

Art Bowen

Apr 26, 2017

My experience at Merit Dental is the same as my previous experience with Dr. Lazur: Friendly, efficient and on time. The new upgrades in the office are welcome and visual for the patient.

Jeff Gemberling

Mar 15, 2017

My name is Jeffrey Gemberling. After over a dozen visits, I have never had the personal attention and friendless that I have come to expect and appreciate than I have here. Dr. Nick spends time and explains each detail with great understanding. His staff is both professional and go above and beyond to educate me through my process. I even take my 4 year old with me each visit and she looks forward to seeing all the same faces and know by name. No other dental facility comes close to this team. We love them.

Joanna Wert

Nov 30, 2016

Today was the first time I've been to the dentist since Dr. Lazur retired. My appointment was for 12:30. The receptionist told me they had just taken in the 11:00. Nice of her to let me know, but why wasn't I called before I made the 25 minute trip?

— Hi Joanna. We are very sorry you had to wait much longer than expected. We understand your time is valuable. We have shared this information with the office. We would like you to know we greatly appreciate you as a patient. We look forward to better meeting your needs at your next appointment. Thank you for the feedback.

Michael Geiswhite

Nov 11, 2016

I enjoy going to the dentist, and my children are learning to enjoy it as well. Dr. Nick is great with my boys! Sheree is the best dental hygienist around! --Erin Geiswhite

Greg Freed

Sep 28, 2016

The best dentist ever. Dr. Lazur was the most thorough dentist I ever had. Dr. Nick will be a good dentist also. The supporting staff is superb.

Mary Snook

Jul 20, 2016

To me, this is definitely the most experienced dental office in the area. I have been going there for 40 years and am proud to say that I finally found a dentist that I trust. Dr. Lazur was super and brought me through all of my fears and built a wonderful relationship with each other. I trusted him with his replacement with Dr. Nick who I know will follow in his foot steps. Everyone at Merit Dental is super and caring. I highly recommend anyone looking for a dentist to go there. I won't go anywhere else and thanks to them, I still have my own teeth. Thank you Merit Dental and staff.

Kerri Sechman

Jul 16, 2016

Excellent Dentist and hygenists and staff! Dr Nick is a kind, gentle, knowledgeable Dentist who makes you feel comfortable! Dr Lazur is one of a kind man and Dentist, I see the same in Dr Nick! RECOMMEND HIGHLY! One thing...WIFI for patients as they wait PLEASE!!!!!!

Ryan Keefer

Jun 22, 2016

Mary Rose Alexander

Apr 28, 2016

I have a lot of respect for Dr Lazur's skills and am sorry to see him retire, although he very much deserves to. As my dentist, he was extremely caring and conscientious about what certain procedures would cost. I had my first visit with Merit Dental this month, just after Dr Lazur retired and was very pleased with the services I received. I hope to continue going there, even though it is a 1.5 hour drive each way for me.

Phyllis Marshall

Nov 11, 2015

THIS IS THE FIRST DENTIST THAT WAS REALLY CONCERN ABOUT YOU TEETH, JAW AND YOUR WHOLE MOUTH. I REALLY HAVE A FEAR OF DENTIST,BUT DR LAZUR MADE FEEL AT EASY. HE UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL AND MAKE YOU COMFORT ABOUT DENTIST. THAT MEAN A LOT WHEN HAVE FEAR. I REALLY HAD SOME BAD DENTIST BEFORE. I AM VERY PLEASE WITH THEIR WORK AND DR. LAZUR.

Judith Lawrence

Jul 08, 2015

Like a previous reviewer mentioned, Dr. Lazur is the only dentist that has ever performed a complete and thorough oral exam during my visit. He is a "dentist's dentist." Now only is his professionalism and his commitment to the practice of dentistry excel, he truly cares about his patients' well being. His staff reflect the same attributes. This practice is the best of the best.

Meet Our Doctor

Dr. Nick Hartranft

    Dr. Nick Hartranft

  • Education: Pennsylvania State University
    Temple University School of Dentistry, DMD
  • Advanced Training: Invisalign® Orthodontics
  • Memberships: American Dental Association, American Student Dental Association
  • Interests: Dentistry, healthcare, fitness and nutrition, education, philanthropy, hiking, bicycling, fishing and kayaking.
  • Personal Statement: "I believe in providing my patients high quality dental care in a warm and comforting environment. I welcome patients' dental questions and concerns, and I will always treat you with my most caring touch. My main focus is to achieve genuine patient satisfaction. Together, we can provide you a dentition that will function, improve appearance, and last a lifetime."

Services

We are trained in the latest advances in dental treatment and are empowered to focus on the best care for you and your family. Our services include:

PATIENT REVIEWS

Dylan Kranzel

Dec 05, 2024

— Dylan, thanks for your 5-star review!

Donna Ross

Dec 04, 2024

Dr. Nick is a great dentist! He’s always pleasant and he does excellent work. He has a polite and professional staff.

— Hi Donna, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Bonny Stugard

Nov 12, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Bonny! We appreciate your review.

Stephanie Whipple-Miller

Nov 08, 2024

Everyone at Merit Dental has been absolutely wonderful! They have taken excellent care of my Mother (who has dementia & has needed extensive dental work). She really enjoys going there ?. They treat her with dignity & respect ?.

— Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Stephanie. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

Kathy Blickley

Nov 06, 2024

Love me hygienist, forgive but I forgot her name. And whole experience of Dr Nicks office.

— Hello Kathy, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

William Staley

Oct 24, 2024

Extremely professional dentist and assistant thank you even shared cell phone pics

— Thank you for your 5-star review, William. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Thonda Swank

Oct 17, 2024

— Hi Thonda, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Thomas Ishler

Oct 15, 2024

— Thank you for the review Thomas, you've really made us smile!

James Paine

Oct 10, 2024

As a heads up, they are closed from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. each day for lunch. Perfectly reasonable, but there is no signage to that effect, and their website incorrectly lists their hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Twice now I have bounced off the door before a 2:00 p.m. appointment. I try to show up to medical and dental appointments at least 10 minutes early to allow for any paperwork, but here when they say 2:00 p.m. they mean not one minute earlier. Again, perfectly reasonable, but I wish there was a sign or something on the door. Knocking on the door or calling the office phone number will get nothing during that window.

Francis Lambert

Oct 02, 2024

— Hello Francis! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

John

Sep 25, 2024

— Thank you for the review John, you've really made us smile!

Robert Diehl

Sep 18, 2024

— Hello Robert! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Leroy Rissler

Sep 16, 2024

Got a cleaning, and my teeth don't even hurt afterward! I forget her name, it started with a K. She was super gentle and understanding and did not judge me for my lack of flossing.

— Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Leroy. We really appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

Terynn Plale

Sep 11, 2024

Everyone in this office was very nice and professional. The office was very clean, and they were thorough. Going to the dentist gives me bad anxiety, but the staff made it tolerable. I would highly recommend them.

— Thank you for taking a few moments to leave us a 5-star review, Terynn. We really appreciate it!

Robert Diehl

Aug 30, 2024

All very friendly and efficient. Barb my hygienist who is new,fits perfectly into the great environment. Can't say I enjoy going to the dentist'office but Dr. Nick and his crew make it a good experience.

— Hi Robert, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Robert Whyne

Aug 29, 2024

Once again the staff at Merit Dental were fantastic. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for dental care.

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Robert! Your feedback is important to us.

George Vacca

Aug 29, 2024

At my last appointment, I mentioned to the hygenist that it seemed as if a "family atmosphere" existed at Merit Dental Shamokin Dam. Her response: "I love working here. We all get along, the office manager treats us well, and Dr. Nick treats us well." Why does that matter to me as a patient? Because people do a better job when they are pleased to be doing that job and feel invested in the success of the business. Dr. Nick Hartranft sets a professional, yet somehow, informal tone. I consider Merit Dental to be one of the major "plus" factors in my move to the area, and have zero interest in going to any other dentist.

— Thanks for making us smile, George! We appreciate your review.

Jessica Kalcich

Aug 28, 2024

Very professional and friendly from the moment you walk in the door! Thorough and mindful. Very happy to switch to this dental office. The only negative thing is lack of parking.

— Thanks for making us smile, Jessica! We appreciate your review.

Jamie Vadella

Aug 15, 2024

Great dentist and staff. Absolutely amazing Hygentist.

— Hi Jamie, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Roxie Shrawdet

Aug 13, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Roxie! We appreciate your review.

Bob Sebasovich

Aug 09, 2024

— Hi Bob, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Margaret Lehr-DeVolld

Jul 26, 2024

— Hello Margaret! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

SALLY HAGER

Jul 25, 2024

Excellent care.

— Hello, Sally! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to leave us a review. We really appreciate it!

Nicole Fowler

Jul 12, 2024

Very friendly and understanding staff. They took their time with me, and put me at ease. I was traumatized the last time I was at the dentist, so this was huge for me!! Thank you, Dr. Nick and the staff at Merit Dental!

— Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Nicole. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

Shawnda Marquette

Jul 08, 2024

— Hi Shawnda, your feedback is important to us. If you would like to provide any additional information, please reach out to our team directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Catherine Stanish Reyes

Jul 04, 2024

Ashlee is the best dental hygienist I have ever had! She makes it a pleasant experience and makes sure I'm comfortable throughout the whole cleaning. ? #bestsmile #dentalhygienist #gratefulpatient

— Hello Catherine, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

Valerie Ricedorf

Jul 04, 2024

The staff were friendly and professional. My cleaning was thorough and staff took their time during my appointment. They answered all of my questions. I highly recommend Merit Dental.

— Thank you for your 5-star review, Valerie. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Deanna Kerstetter

Jun 27, 2024

Friendliest staff. Always a pleasant environment. Thorough cleanings

— Thank you for taking a few moments to leave us a 5-star review, Deanna. We really appreciate it!

Michael Savidge

Jun 27, 2024

— Thanks for the five-star review, Michael.

David Dearing

Jun 14, 2024

As always, I had a wonderful experience at this office.

— Hi David, thank you for your 5-star review, we really appreciate it! We're going to share it with the whole team.

Sheryl Rathfon

Jun 14, 2024

Excellent experience! Have already recommended to a friend. Was nervous w change to new dental because same dentist for last 18 years & his motto was "we cater to cowards!" ?

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Sheryl! Your feedback is important to us.

Don Bordner

Jun 14, 2024

— Hi Don, thank you for your review. We really appreciate it!

Janet Romberger

Jun 09, 2024

My visit was A+...thank you to Dr. Nick and the staff..enjoyable experience!

— Thank you for the review Janet, you've really made us smile!

Roxanne Foust

May 23, 2024

— Hello Roxanne! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Melony

May 14, 2024

— Melony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary Raker

May 10, 2024

— Thanks for the 5-star review, Mary! We appreciate you taking the time to review us.

Tom Muffer

May 09, 2024

Always courteous people who care.

— Hello Tom, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We really appreciate your feedback and will share it with the whole team.

Georgine “Gina” Whelan

Apr 30, 2024

— Thanks for making us smile, Georgine! We appreciate your review.

Anthony Benfer

Apr 18, 2024

The staff do their work in excellent fashion...I'd give that a 5 star....but where they lack is parking for their customers for that I give them a 2 star...I had to walk in the adjacent parking lot and walk across the busy road to get to the building

— Anthony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Elizabeth P.

Apr 05, 2024

Best ever!

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Elizabeth. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Robin Derr

Apr 04, 2024

Dr.nick and employees are very nice and very welcoming.very clean and friendly place great group of people. I am not a dentist type of person but Dr nick and team make you feel very comfortable and at ease. Was not disappointed

— Hi Robin, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Mary Delancey

Jan 24, 2024

Extremely friendly staff. Exceptionally clean office. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure you are safe, well cared for, and satisfied with their work.

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Mary. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Darla Harper

Jan 20, 2024

— Hi, Darla! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Christine Fuller

Jan 18, 2024

Great group of professionals and right on time!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Lloyd Freudenberger

Jan 12, 2024

Beware they website states they offer sedation dentistry. They dont

— Hi Lloyd, I'm so sorry that your experience with us wasn't a positive one. If you would like to provide any additional information please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sue Corl

Dec 27, 2023

Great dental practice!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Ernest Masden

Dec 13, 2023

I want there needing a root canal with an infected tooth they did the root canal, and instantly when the numbing went away, I felt great . they are very professional and they know what they’re doing. Highly recommend.

— Thank you for the kind words Ernest. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Jean Leitzel

Dec 12, 2023

I had a cracked tooth and Dr. Nick was able to do a root canal and save my tooth!! Thank You ...I know it backed up your schedule. Staff is awesome!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Jean! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Laure Johnson

Dec 07, 2023

Everyone is friendly and do a great job. Very clean and organized. Everyone is excellent at their job. I highly recommend them.

— Hi, Laure! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Gary Shellenberger

Nov 21, 2023

I felt that l received excellent care in a friendly setting. The dentist and all others were very nice.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Annette Madden

Nov 16, 2023

— Thank you for the review Annette, you've really made us smile!

donna devine

Oct 25, 2023

Everyone is kind and considerate. Best dental care, highly recommend.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Meg McRae

Oct 16, 2023

Very nice staff and dentist is wonderful

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Cheryl Bohler

Sep 30, 2023

— Hi, Cheryl! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Lisa Bidelspach

Sep 26, 2023

Needed to find a new dentist, Friends referred me to them, I am not disappointed, I feel like I found the family dentistry that I needed?

— Thank you for the kind words Lisa. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Andy Reich

Sep 20, 2023

— Hello Andy! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ralph Burkhart

Sep 15, 2023

Excellent, friendly.

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Ralph! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Tad Beaver

Sep 06, 2023

The doctor is very informative of everything and is always pleasant and all the staff members are very pleasant and do a wonderful job I would recommend merit dental to anyone

— Hi Tad, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Jana Peters

Aug 31, 2023

Dr. Nick and all his staff are super awesome!

— Hi, Jana! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Rikkity

Aug 16, 2023

— Hello Rikkity! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Pam Laubach

Jul 21, 2023

Best ever!!! Never felt anything.... had a root canal and crown.

— Hi Pam, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Sherri Zerbe

Jul 14, 2023

— Thank you for the review Sherri, you've really made us smile!

laken derk

May 05, 2023

— Hello Laken! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Tariq Rahman

May 05, 2023

Amazing hospitality coupled with highly skilled care. I would highly recomnend Merit dental. Thank you Nick and staff for everything you do!

— Hi Tariq, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Julie Rudon

May 04, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Julie.

Ann Pascavage

Apr 25, 2023

— Hi, Ann! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Ron Latsha

Apr 21, 2023

— Ron, thanks for your 5-star review!

Mary jane Brubaker

Apr 13, 2023

I was very happy with Merit Dental!! Such friendly helpful staff!

— Hi, Mary! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Brandy Harmon

Mar 29, 2023

— Thank you for the review Brandy, you've really made us smile!

Patricia Miller

Mar 24, 2023

— Hello Patricia! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Ron Wright

Mar 17, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Ron.

Colin Clayberger

Mar 16, 2023

Pleasant atmosphere

— Hi Colin, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Michael Bolig

Mar 13, 2023

— Hi, Michael! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

marlin whary jr

Mar 09, 2023

This is Amanda. My hygienist was great she really took the time to clean my teeth right. She took care not to hurt me.

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Marianne C. Moyer

Mar 02, 2023

— Marianne, thanks for your 5-star review!

Barb Dearing

Feb 22, 2023

Excellent care thank you

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Barb. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Steve Keller

Feb 16, 2023

Excellent care and super friendly staff. It was my first visit and Kelsey was awesome as was Dr. Nick. Highly recommend!

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Lydia Dudeck

Feb 14, 2023

Awesome staff from checking in to treatment to checking out! Professional friendly staff throughout the whole experience!

— Thank you for the kind words Lydia. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Phat Phish

Feb 07, 2023

The staff here makes you feel very welcome. Made my wife and I feel like we found a new group of friends. All are very intelligent and up to date on all modern forms and techniques of dentistry. Nice music playing in the background made us feel at ease. I would highly recommend this office for all your dental needs. Personally, I had a root canal and temporary tooth done on an earlier date than scheduled. It went smoothly and comfortably. I left with no pain or discomfort. Again, the staff is so nice and friendly conversing with us, making us feel relaxed. Thanks for a great job!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Phat! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Fred Doten

Jan 25, 2023

Love the location, all staff are friendly, cleaning completed in short order.

— Hello Fred! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Austin Bennett

Jan 25, 2023

— Hello Austin! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Jack Business

Jan 25, 2023

Thank you so much for your excellent care which I extend both to the dentist and his staff. I greatly appreciate your accommodating my schedule as I travel a reasonable distance, and as always, I would recommend your office to all of my associates.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Char and Ken Bailey

Jan 18, 2023

Always get great service

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Keri Weaver

Jan 05, 2023

— Thanks for the five-star review, Keri.

Emily Kerstetter

Dec 21, 2022

I do NOT recommend this office. There is no direct number to reach the office. I was schedule on a day that there so happened to be a snow storm. I go to my appointment at my appointment time and the office is CLOSED. I didnt get any call about rescheduling my appointment and when I called the number, I was told the doctor was no longer there for the day and the office went home. They called EVERY other patient but ME. Instead of risking MY life during this bad storm I could've just stayed home. I was told I would receive a call from the office manager. It is a week later and I have yet to receive a call. I am definitely going to a different office. Ridiculous.

— Hi Emily, we always want our patients to have a positive experience and we're truly sorry that you did not. We appreciate you sharing your helpful feedback as it will help us improve. If you'd like to provide us additional details please contact us directly at shamokindam@meritdental.com.

Sara Woods

Dec 09, 2022

Very pleased

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Breanne Birster

Dec 01, 2022

— Thank you for the review Breanne, you've really made us smile!

Melissa Keefer

Nov 29, 2022

I recommend Merit Dental in Selingsgrove to all my friends! The staff is wonderful and always helpful. Dr. Nick is the best dentist I’ve ever had.

Alyson Holdren

Nov 09, 2022

Wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. Last night, I sat for almost two hours, at my request, for some work that desperately needed done. Dr Nick and his assistants were absolutely amazing. It hasn't even been a full 24 hours and I'm already feeling great. Greatly recommend. Very kind and caring staff.

— Hi Alyson, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Carol P0rtzline

Nov 01, 2022

— Hello Carol! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Cindybvebbdbh Dcbgngudh

Oct 29, 2022

Staff and dentist friendly .I recommend them highly !??

— Hi, Cindybvebbdbh! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

joel ross

Oct 27, 2022

Very good

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Joel. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Tracie Gatewood

Oct 18, 2022

They are great with my children. The dental hygienist's are always extremely nice and Nick is a wonderful dentist. Highly recommend

— That is so great to hear. Thank you! It's wonderful to see that you had a positive experience with us.

Kenneth Wagner

Oct 12, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Kenneth.

Logan Snyder

Oct 12, 2022

— Hi, Logan! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Gabe the Guy

Oct 05, 2022

Awesome experience, friendly dentist and hygienist. No pain cleaning! Highly recommend!

— Thank you for the kind words Antony. I'm going to share with the whole team. We love hearing from our happy customers!

Anthony Benfer

Oct 04, 2022

— Anthony, thanks for your 5-star review!

Cupcake Evolution

Oct 04, 2022

Friendly staff, on time, and clean office. My hygienist is great!

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Cupcake! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Dale Biesecker

Oct 04, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Dale! We appreciate you taking the time to rate us.

Muneen Jury

Oct 01, 2022

I have felt very well taken care of. Your staff all of them were very kind and made me feel like I was in the best of hands. I recommend Merit Dental for anyone looking for a better dental experience.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Leanna Nipple

Sep 22, 2022

It was the most enjoyable dental visit I’ve ever had-Awesome staff as well!

— Hi Leanna, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Barry Moser

Sep 19, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Richmond

Sep 15, 2022

— Hi James, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Robert Martz

Sep 09, 2022

Very good dentist!!!

Anything Zup

Aug 25, 2022

These guys are the very best !! They are super nice an truly care about how you feel an what's going on . No hidden surprises, an no b.s.!! They are the real deal for dentist in this area an I strongly recommend you go ,leave your dentist an go see Dr.Nick an his awesome staff.The girls there are truly the sweetest an know what they are doing !!!!!

— Thank you so much for your kind words, Anything. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for patients like you!

Amy Kratzer

Aug 11, 2022

Friendly and helpful staff.

— Hi Amy, we love hearing feedback like this from our patients. Thanks again for choosing us!

Kyle Kauffman

Aug 02, 2022

Unlike many businesses and healthcare agencies, Merit Shamokin Dam seems fully staffed with quality personnel, even for a sudden, non-urgent call-in like me. Plus they are both friendly AND professional.

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Cindy Dailey

Jul 26, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Cindy.

Sharon Blue

Jul 08, 2022

— Hi, Sharon! Thanks for taking the time to rate us 5-stars.

Joan Dickson

Jun 30, 2022

— Thanks for the five-star review, Joan! We appreciate you taking the time to rate us.

Amy Zimmerman

Jun 22, 2022

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

James Britton

May 25, 2022

— Hi James, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Shaaray

May 18, 2022

Everyone is very friendly here and very attentive. I’m happy I chose this dentist. :-)

— Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Tom Wolfe

May 11, 2022

— Thank you for the review Tom, you've really made us smile!

Paula Merwin

May 04, 2022

Took my 90-yr-old mom for a long overdue check up. She was reluctant to go to say the least. The staff were very upbeat, reassuring and accommodating. She had most of her care in her wheelchair. Very pleased.

— Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, Paula. We are happy to hear your kind words.

Erin Madl

Apr 27, 2022

Excellent service! Very friendly, personable staff. I highly recommend this office

— Thank you for the 5-star review, Erin! We are so glad you are happy with your experience with us! We take great pride in providing the very best in care for our patients.

Kerri Sechman

Apr 07, 2022

Angel my hygienist was gentle on my mouth! I’m on blood thinners and never tasted blood once! Not once did I feel any discomfort! Highly recommend her! And Dr Nick, is a great Dentist who is thorough and gentle with a fantastic chair side manner! I highly recommend Merit dental!

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Tracy Smith

Mar 25, 2022

Great experience, office staff was friendly and so was the dentist. Didn’t pressure for un needed dental work

— Hi Tracy, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Sharon Lusby

Mar 15, 2022

I have put off going to the Dentist for many years. Yes, I have some issues that need corrected, but, I'm no longer scared. I'm looking forward to healthy teeth and a great smile. I'm so thankful for Merit Dental!

Charity Hoffman

Feb 23, 2022

— Thank you for the review Charity, you've really made us smile!

Daniel Crane

Feb 14, 2022

I have never been at Merit Dental before. What a great experience. They treated me like I had been going there for year. Extremely helpful, very polite an friendly. Very much so suggested to anyone to go there.

— Thanks for making us smile! We appreciate such a great review!

Samuel Kline

Feb 09, 2022

This dental office has given me such a great experience every time that I have gone. All of the staff are very courteous and very professional. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for dental care.

— Hi Samuel, we appreciate you leaving us a review. See you back soon, thank you!

Michael Hubicki

Feb 01, 2022

— Hello Michael! Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it!

Jason Winckel

Feb 01, 2022

First of all, I was able to get an appointment right away. With the way the World is currently, I was expecting a long waiting period. The staff was delightful and the hygienist was amazing. The doc was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I recommended Merit to my entire staff as most are transplants and looking for a new dentist. Will continue ue sending business to this location.

— Hi, Jason! Thank you so much for taking a few moments to let us know how we are doing. Reading your review reminded us why we do what we do. It was truly a pleasure to serve you.

Brunilda Torres

Oct 18, 2021

Merit Dental as far as I've seen everyone in the place is very pleasant, the place very clean staff members are helpful you can be calm around them not nerve-wracking like I've been in another place come if you need a Dentist you won't be disappointed. As you can see I'm not smiling yet?

Karen Gessner

Jul 19, 2021

All the staff were so friendly! I had a very minimal wait time. My hygienist Brooke was super thorough with my exam, and Dr Nick was great too! They were very kind and understanding when I had to tend to my small baby during my appointment. Would definitely recommend this practice!!

Ryan Hall

Jun 22, 2021

April Deitrich

Jun 13, 2021

Stephanie kiefaber

May 13, 2021

Merit Dental in Shamokin Dam, by far has the best staff. Every experience, everyone goes above and beyond! I can't explain how much that means to someone who has a true fear of the dentist.

allen Clinger

Apr 15, 2021

Barbara Jeckering

Feb 25, 2021

The best Dr I have ever had, Dr Nick is awesome.... he has taken away my life long fear of going to the dentist!! Great staff, very professional and fun!

Dave Whitten

Dec 05, 2020

Dr's Tina and Nick were fantastic, gentle, communicative, attentive. Melissa operates a tight ship, and Kimmie and all the other staff are professional, friendly and attentive. I gave a 4 out of 5 only because there's always room for improvement...:)

Jen Borch

Nov 19, 2020

Everyone at the office is wonderful. Thank you for your attentive and careful service.

Vickie Walter

Aug 31, 2020

I left this dental practice after 20 plus years. I was treated horribly by the new office manager, Melissa. Dr. Nick is a great dentist. However, the first person you come In contact with is the receptionist, or In this case the office manager. She said she is a "one man show."

Paul Thomas

Aug 10, 2020

Hygienists are fine, the administration side of this place is awful. My entire visit should always be covered yet I receive bills that I dont actually have to pay. Also, due to covid, everyone is being charged a $12 ppe fee. Delta dental insurance only covers $10...which leaves you with a $2 bill. Not exactly going to break the bank, just an inconvenience. If anything, start charging $10. If you want to profit off having to use hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes, just charge $10. Hygienists have always been wearing gloves, face shields and masks. PPE has always been a part of dentistry. Mouths are disgusting. Hygienists and dentists have always had to be cautious. Stop pretending anything changed.

Dottie Jones

Jul 08, 2020

I am not pleased with this office since COVID. They are charging a 12.00 COVID fee!!!! For masking and disinfecting between patients!!!????? Should they not have been doing this anyway??? I feel that this is just a another way to make money. SHAME ON YOU!! Profiting off a pandemic!!! I wish Dr. Lazur had never retired!!! He was awesome!!

Jason Graybill

Jan 24, 2020

First time there and was a friendly experience. My dentist retired and now I found my new dentist. Very happy.

Gail Montero

Jan 22, 2020

Amara Gemberling

Jan 10, 2020

My small daughter and I I've been going to Merit Dental for a couple years now. It is one of the friendliest places that we have ever went and each time a procedure is needed the both of us walk away pain free and completely satisfied. I have never heard eveni people enjoying the dentist as much as my daughter does. It is well worth a visit.

Rita Reinard

Nov 08, 2019

These are the best around..dr nick and his staff. .love them all

James Beagle

Oct 24, 2019

Very friendly staff and provider! My little boy was very at ease and can't wait to go back to the "tooth doctor". - Darlene (Mother)

Carmen Romberger

Sep 18, 2019

Very patient with my daughter who has never had a good experience at the dentist. Patient, professional, positive and thorough.

Matt G

Aug 15, 2019

I’ve never looked forward going to the dentist. Always drew a straight line between anxiety an getting my teeth worked on ever since I was a kid. Until I had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful staff and Doctor Nick. They took great care of me as a person, and with my teeth. For that I can say happily, I finally look forward going to the dentist. As long as it’s Merit. ?

Rita Reinard

Jul 30, 2019

Dr Nick and all staff are very very accommodating to my dental needs and I would recommend them to anyone seeking a friendly dental office..yes and the girls at the desk where you check in and out are super nice and friendly

Parren Gottshall

Jun 21, 2019

I don't usually write reviews.......... However, Dr. Nick and his staff deserve a few words of praise for the high level of excellence that they demonstrated to me during three recent visits. From the initial cleaning, X-rays, and exam, to several needed repairs, to an old crown replacement, I felt that I was absolutely in the hands of the finest, and most caring group of Dental Professionals that I have ever met............... I am sooooo pleased to have found you. Merit Dental............... You have this customer for life!!!

Ely Wha

May 12, 2019

The staff at Merit Dental is phenomenal! I was looking for a new dentist and I found a great and caring staff. Dr. Nick is wonderful and takes the time to answer all your questions. The front office staff Melissa and Jessica are also wonderful with insurance concerns, scheduling appointments and a warm welcome when you arrive! The dental assistants are very thorough with their work as well as very personable. Special thank you to Dr. Nick, Tina and Kassidy for their help and reassurance with my dental work. I can now smile with confidence because of them! Highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a wonderful dentist and dental staff. I’ll be moving hours away from this practice, but I hope to continue using them for my regular dental visits! Thank you!!!

Bob Saget

Mar 25, 2019

Staff is very welcoming and always the most friendliest. I used to dread going to any dentist but since I started going here it’s made me feel comfortable going and motivated me to take much better care of teeth! Dr. Nick really knows what he’s doing and has completely helped me eliminate the constant tooth aches I used to get.

Rob Wilinski

Jan 26, 2019

Great first time office experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff helped us feel comfortable as new patients who had not seen a dentist in some time. My wife, Debbie has been telling family members and friends all about the great experience she had at the dentist! We had no dental insurance, but we were provided a coupon that helped with the charges for both the initial exam, which included a set of full mouth x-rays and an extensive cleaning and fluoride treatment! We both agree it was a great decision to begin our relationship with Dr. Nick Hartranft and his staff. We look forward to continuing that relationship into the future.

K Pennington

Jan 03, 2019

Great staff very friendly. The experience was wonderful, and painless. My new overlay on my tooth is beautiful!

Chris Lancaster

Sep 28, 2018

I would recommend anyone and everyone to the Merit Dental location in Shamokin Dam! The young lady at the reception desk was very pleasant and greeted me by my name properly as I walked in the door. After being flattered and kindly welcomed to the office, I was directed to their very nice sitting are. The waiting room is very clean and tidy. Then I met the young dental hygienist who was an abesolute doll. She had all the patience in the world and was very careful yet thorough! You can instantly tell her kind heart and passion for her work. I only met the doctor briefly, young man- freshly graduated, but had a kind voice. He had a grand amount of matureness which was impressive. If it wasn’t for taking a new position and moving, I would have never of left.

Shannon Rosini

Jul 20, 2018

Great dentist and staffing. Dr. Nick is very gentle and takes the time to talk with his patients on any concerns. His assistant Kim is a wonderful part of the team as well. Best place I have ever been too.

Debora Rogers

Jul 04, 2018

I highly recommend Dr Nick and his fantastic staff of awesome, caring,friendly and gentle people. It's totally pain free. I actually like going to the dentist now.

Brenda

May 22, 2018

No pain dentist who listens to his patients. Provides care that I need without "scaring" me into unneeded services! Finally, a good dentist in Sunbury!

Paul Parowski

Mar 14, 2018

Saw 'Dr. Nick' for the second time yesterday on an 'emergency' appointment. Great dentist! My first appointment was for a 'cap' (visit yesterday was unrelated). The atmosphere of the office hasn't changed with the changing of dentists. Still the same great place to come to have your teeth fixed or cleaned. And the staff is as friendly as ever.

Peggy Walker

Feb 07, 2018

I have been going to this dental office for over15 years. Everyone is so efficient and friendly. Sheree is a wonderful hygenist.

Art Bowen

Apr 26, 2017

My experience at Merit Dental is the same as my previous experience with Dr. Lazur: Friendly, efficient and on time. The new upgrades in the office are welcome and visual for the patient.

Jeff Gemberling

Mar 15, 2017

My name is Jeffrey Gemberling. After over a dozen visits, I have never had the personal attention and friendless that I have come to expect and appreciate than I have here. Dr. Nick spends time and explains each detail with great understanding. His staff is both professional and go above and beyond to educate me through my process. I even take my 4 year old with me each visit and she looks forward to seeing all the same faces and know by name. No other dental facility comes close to this team. We love them.

Joanna Wert

Nov 30, 2016

Today was the first time I've been to the dentist since Dr. Lazur retired. My appointment was for 12:30. The receptionist told me they had just taken in the 11:00. Nice of her to let me know, but why wasn't I called before I made the 25 minute trip?

— Hi Joanna. We are very sorry you had to wait much longer than expected. We understand your time is valuable. We have shared this information with the office. We would like you to know we greatly appreciate you as a patient. We look forward to better meeting your needs at your next appointment. Thank you for the feedback.

Michael Geiswhite

Nov 11, 2016

I enjoy going to the dentist, and my children are learning to enjoy it as well. Dr. Nick is great with my boys! Sheree is the best dental hygienist around! --Erin Geiswhite

Greg Freed

Sep 28, 2016

The best dentist ever. Dr. Lazur was the most thorough dentist I ever had. Dr. Nick will be a good dentist also. The supporting staff is superb.

Mary Snook

Jul 20, 2016

To me, this is definitely the most experienced dental office in the area. I have been going there for 40 years and am proud to say that I finally found a dentist that I trust. Dr. Lazur was super and brought me through all of my fears and built a wonderful relationship with each other. I trusted him with his replacement with Dr. Nick who I know will follow in his foot steps. Everyone at Merit Dental is super and caring. I highly recommend anyone looking for a dentist to go there. I won't go anywhere else and thanks to them, I still have my own teeth. Thank you Merit Dental and staff.

Kerri Sechman

Jul 16, 2016

Excellent Dentist and hygenists and staff! Dr Nick is a kind, gentle, knowledgeable Dentist who makes you feel comfortable! Dr Lazur is one of a kind man and Dentist, I see the same in Dr Nick! RECOMMEND HIGHLY! One thing...WIFI for patients as they wait PLEASE!!!!!!

Ryan Keefer

Jun 22, 2016

Mary Rose Alexander

Apr 28, 2016

I have a lot of respect for Dr Lazur's skills and am sorry to see him retire, although he very much deserves to. As my dentist, he was extremely caring and conscientious about what certain procedures would cost. I had my first visit with Merit Dental this month, just after Dr Lazur retired and was very pleased with the services I received. I hope to continue going there, even though it is a 1.5 hour drive each way for me.

Phyllis Marshall

Nov 11, 2015

THIS IS THE FIRST DENTIST THAT WAS REALLY CONCERN ABOUT YOU TEETH, JAW AND YOUR WHOLE MOUTH. I REALLY HAVE A FEAR OF DENTIST,BUT DR LAZUR MADE FEEL AT EASY. HE UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL AND MAKE YOU COMFORT ABOUT DENTIST. THAT MEAN A LOT WHEN HAVE FEAR. I REALLY HAD SOME BAD DENTIST BEFORE. I AM VERY PLEASE WITH THEIR WORK AND DR. LAZUR.

Judith Lawrence

Jul 08, 2015

Like a previous reviewer mentioned, Dr. Lazur is the only dentist that has ever performed a complete and thorough oral exam during my visit. He is a "dentist's dentist." Now only is his professionalism and his commitment to the practice of dentistry excel, he truly cares about his patients' well being. His staff reflect the same attributes. This practice is the best of the best.

Insurance

We accept a wide range of dental insurance plans, including plans from:

  • Capital BlueCross – CAP BLUE
  • Connection/GEHA
  • Delta Dental – Premier
  • MetLife
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