I used a groupon with Dr. Harrison which included a dental cleaning, full set of x-rays and fluoride treatment. At the dental visit, Dr. Harrison told me that I had three cavities and that I needed a crown to replace a loose filling. I asked Dr. Harrison if there was anything wrong with the tooth that had the loose filling (underlying decay or persistent cavity?). He said no but explained to me that the filling was too hard to replace and that I needed a crown to fix the tooth. Upon my return visit to get the fillings, I asked the staff if I could have nitrous oxide because I felt anxious about getting all three cavities filled in one visit. The dental hygienist told me to not act like a baby. Tearfully, I got up and walked out. Our bill: $35 cancellation fee and $50 for nitrous oxide. I called back and refused to pay for the nitrous oxide because I never received nitrous oxide. The dental hygienist told me that I was too cheap for using a groupon, and they needed to get their money somehow. I requested to speak to Dr. Harrison, but I was immediately informed that Dr. Harrison would not call me back because he does not handle those types of issues! I was utterly and completely shocked by the entire experience!! Afterwards, my husband and I got dental insurance, and I drove to Atlanta to go to my long-time family dentist, Dr. Bristol. I got a full mouth exam with x-rays and Dr. Bristol told me that I had NO cavities!! Dr. Bristol could not believe that Dr. Harrison told me I needed a crown, and he fixed the loose filling in less than 20 min! The trust-worthiness of Dr. Harrison is questionable and his staff are extremely rude and completely lacking in empathy!! I would highly suggest to get another opinion before getting any work done by Dr. Harrison!
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