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

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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.