Our Team
exceptional dental care starts with exceptional people
Our all-female team is dedicated to creating a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient who walks through our doors.
From your first phone call to your routine visits and treatment appointments, you'll be cared for by a team that genuinely enjoys building relationships and helping patients feel at ease.
Many of our team members have been part of the practice for years, allowing us to develop lasting connections with the families we serve. Together, we share a commitment to continuing education, attention to detail, and providing the highest level of personalized care. We are proud to work alongside Dr. Harkin in helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles in a friendly and supportive environment.
Cara
Office Administrator
Started in Dentistry: 1991
Favorite Part of Dentistry: Building lasting relationships with patients
Family: Husband, Joe, and sons Hunter, Carson, and Bryce
Hometown: Ephrata, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Spending time with family, shopping, decorating, and walking
Bucket List: Hawaii
Renee
Office Administrator
Started in Dentistry: 1978
Favorite Part of Dentistry: I enjoy building patient relationships and beautiful smiles.
Family: I love to spend time with my grandchildren!
Hometown: Trevose, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Cooking and watching classic movies
Bucket List: A trip to the Galapagos Islands
Cindy
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Started in Dentistry: 2004
Favorite Part of Dentistry: The art of restoring teeth
Family: My husband, Brian, and our daughters, Zelia and Rosie
Hometown: Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Crafting, cooking and baking, watercolor painting, and fiber arts
Bucket List: Live happily ever after
Kathy
Dental Assistant / Sterilization Technician
Started in Dentistry: 2000
Favorite Part of Dentistry: Using my skills to offer encouragement and reduce apprehension in patients
Family: Husband, Dave, three daughters, one son, and nine grandchildren
Hometown: Ephrata, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Kayaking, photography, spending time with my grandchildren, and volunteering through my church
Bucket List: Ride the Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls
Sarah
Registered Dental Hygienist
Started in Dentistry:
2015
Favorite Part of Dentistry:
Helping patients reach and maintain a high level of dental health
Family:
My partner, Tom, and our Bernedoodle, Cooper
Hometown: Denver, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastimes: Reading, cooking, sewing, and crafting
Bucket List:
Live on a lake or
the beach year-round!
Gini
Registered Dental Hygienist (Substitute)
Start in Dentistry: 1982
Favorite Part of Dentistry: Creating relationships with some incredible patients and learning from them.
Family: Husband Matt; children Kyle, Kevin and Miranda; and a black lab named Sadie
Hometown: Denver, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Hiking, cooking for people I love, dinner out, yoga
Bucket List: See my family happy and healthy, and travel through Europe
Melissa
Registered Dental Hygienist
Started in Dentistry: 2007
Favorite Part of Dentistry: Creating long-lasting relationships with my patients
Family: My husband, Mark, our son, Luke, and our dog, Murphy
Hometown: Denver, Pennsylvania
Favorite Pastime: Paddle boarding, spending time outdoors, and trying new things with friends and family
Bucket List: Travel out West

THree Generations of Care
Experience the Difference with Laura Sheaffer Harkin DMD
Whether you're seeking preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign®, or advanced restorative treatment, our all-female team is committed to providing exceptional care in a welcoming environment. We look forward to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile for years to come.











