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Minji
2 years ago
Dr. Dargan is extremely rude, and yelled at her tech during my appointment. She did a root canal for me multiple years ago and I am still dealing with her incompetent work. I mentioned in a follow up that I thought the root canal was infected because it hurt and was hot to the touch and she told me 'probably not'. A year after the root canal I had another checkup and she told me that the infection had spread to my jaw. I said I had told her that I thought it was infected at the last visit and she yelled at me and terminated me as a patient. Another doctor said that the infection had reduced the bone density in my jaw and that if it had spread any further it would have infected my heart. It turns out she didn't clear out all of the infected root tissue in the original root canal. I've been dealing with the impact of that infection and her botched root canal for multiple years and have had to see 5 other various dental specialists to try to fix it and it's still a problem.

Lee C
2 years ago
Two things: 1. I arrived at my appointment to learn that the hygienist would clean my teeth but that I would have to return at a different date for a basic dental exam with Dr. Dargan. In their office, "an appointment" doesn't consist of a cleaning and exam--you have to schedule them / come separately (so basically four times a year! 2 dental exams and 2 cleanings). When I asked if I could have my dental exam right after cleaning for future appointments, Dr. Dargan and the receptionist were like "we normally don't do this, but we'll do this huge favor for you." This was a few years ago though; hopefully they don't operate that way anymore. 2. Despite the issue detailed above, I kept returning to Dr. Dargan for a bit (inertia, I guess). Then I was in an accident and had to get a handful of teeth crowned. It was an emergency situation. Dr. Dargan said she could do all the procedures in-house, and I trusted her. When the crowns were put in, I told her that they were too white (they were blindingly white; they looked obviously fake) and that they didn't feel comfortable. She said they looked great and that slight discomfort was normal. She also crowned my teeth in a way so that she gave me a huge gap between my front two teeth, which hadn't been there before. Even months after these crowns were put in, my gums bled when I brushed/flossed, but she said that's to be expected. Afterwards, I sought out three dentists & prosthodontists at other practices for a general exam. Without my prompting, all three said the same thing: the crowns were put in poorly (they all said something about the crowns' margins being too big, and as a result I was beginning to show early signs of gum disease), they were too white, and the gap between my front teeth wasn't necessary. I had my teeth recrowned at a different practice, and guess what? My gums don't bleed anymore. My bite feels normal again. There's not a huge gap between my front teeth. My crowned teeth look harmonious with my other teeth. Don't let Dr. Dargan take your hard-earned money (thousands of dollars!)--take your money to a dentist who knows what they're doing. TL; DR: Monica Dargan gave me gum disease instead of treating my teeth. All of this happened when I (BIPOC) was in school. I'm obviously not a patient of hers anymore. This is my first Google review; a friend implored me to write this (even though the events described happened years ago) when she, new to Pittsburgh, asked for a recommendation for a dentist and I shared my experience with Dr. Dargan at Chesnut Hills.

Bonnie McGill
2 years ago
My appointment was on time, the staff was friendly and helpful, Dr. Dargan was thorough, clear, and kind. They have a nice office space that feels very clean and safe.

Mary Herman
3 years ago
The staff are very professional and friendly. They take every measure to keep everyone safe. I highly recommend them.

Alireza G
3 years ago
My wife visited this office and had a filing with Dr. Dargan. She had a normal filling one the top left, when she came home after the anesthesia was gone she notice a pain feeling on the right side under her tongue. Later we notice that it is actually being hurt and we could see the damage. She mentioned that she said it to the doctor that she is feeling some pain in that area during the procedure to the doctor but the doctor say that it is okay and normal. I don't think a simple filling should have such a consequence, specifically on the complete opposite side! She is still dealing with the pain and hurt from the damage after a couple of days and she cannot talk without a pain. we are very disappointed that a simple filling should have such a consequences!!

John Broesler
3 years ago
The staff are very friendly and professional. I am fearful of going to the dentist and they calmed my fears and made me comfortable.

Ed Jacob
3 years ago
Dr Dargan is a knowledgeable and skilled dentist. They were able to schedule me on the day after I contacted them to re-cement two bridges. She explained my options clearly. COVID-19 has changed things, and they have adapted.

Alireza G
3 years ago
My wife visited this office and had a filing with Dr. Dargan. She had a normal filling one the top left, when she came home after the anesthesia was gone she notice a pain feeling on the right side under her tongue. Later we notice that it is actually being hurt and we could see the damage. She mentioned that she said it to the doctor that she is feeling some pain in that area during the procedure to the doctor but the doctor say that it is okay and normal. I don't think a simple filling should have such a consequence, specifically on the complete opposite side! She is still dealing with the pain and hurt from the damage after a couple of days and she cannot talk without a pain. we are very disappointed that a simple filling should have such a consequences!!

John Broesler
3 years ago
The staff are very friendly and professional. I am fearful of going to the dentist and they calmed my fears and made me comfortable.

Mary Herman
3 years ago
The staff are very professional and friendly. They take every measure to keep everyone safe. I highly recommend them.

Ed Jacob
4 years ago
Dr Dargan is a knowledgeable and skilled dentist. They were able to schedule me on the day after I contacted them to re-cement two bridges. She explained my options clearly. COVID-19 has changed things, and they have adapted.

Gina Winstead
5 years ago
Maybe if she worked at a different company I would recommend. Chestnut hills dental doesn't care about their clients. I wonder if Dr Dargan knitted how the office staff treats her patients? Also, to be honest, my dental work didn't meet the standards of care that I expected. I've had problems with several fillings Dargan and her team completed in the last two years. *also your reply to me is very disingenuous as I was a patient in 2018 and made many visits over the past few years to your office investing my health, money and time. Your records indicate I was a patient until very recently, so be honest. This is why my review stands. If you would like to rectify my claims please contact me the office has my contact information. We can discuss WHY I am no longer a patient.

Jessica Benesh
5 years ago
Dr. Dargan is always friendly and professional. Each visit is consistent. The hygienists are awesome! Shout out to Dena and Autumn! We have been going to Dr. Dargan all of the 6 years that we have lived in Pittsburgh. We highly recommend her and Chestnut Hills Dentistry.

Anne Linder Mulley
5 years ago
I appreciate that you took your time to explain more science of teeth and plaque. It's easier to be motivated to brush and floss 2x a day at the most effective times when I understand why, and understand where my dental health is so I can make realistic improvement goals.

Gina Winstead
5 years ago
Maybe if she worked at a different company I would recommend. Chestnut hills dental doesn't care about their clients. I wonder if Dr Dargan knitted how the office staff treats her patients? Also, to be honest, my dental work didn't meet the standards of care that I expected. I've had problems with several fillings Dargan and her team completed in the last two years. *also your reply to me is very disingenuous as I was a patient in 2018 and made many visits over the past few years to your office investing my health, money and time. Your records indicate I was a patient until very recently, so be honest. This is why my review stands. If you would like to rectify my claims please contact me the office has my contact information. We can discuss WHY I am no longer a patient.

Anne Linder Mulley
5 years ago
I appreciate that you took your time to explain more science of teeth and plaque. It's easier to be motivated to brush and floss 2x a day at the most effective times when I understand why, and understand where my dental health is so I can make realistic improvement goals.

Jessica Benesh
5 years ago
Dr. Dargan is always friendly and professional. Each visit is consistent. The hygienists are awesome! Shout out to Dena and Autumn! We have been going to Dr. Dargan all of the 6 years that we have lived in Pittsburgh. We highly recommend her and Chestnut Hills Dentistry.

Elisabeth Estes
6 years ago
Beautiful, clean office. Staff was helpful and friendly, and I really appreciate that they have evening hours to help with work schedules.

Rachel Slick
6 years ago
Highly recommend- quick and quite friendly service! The ease and service makes it so that I wish to continue regular appointments, not a routine I've been good with maintaining in the past.

Carly Anne
6 years ago
I always have a great experience here! Thanks, Chestnut Dental!