Laura Sheaffer Harkin DMD

Dr. Laura S. Harkin, DMD, leads a highly regarded general dental practice located at 507 W Broad St, New Holland, PA 17557. This practice is notable as a third-generation dental office, continuing a legacy of dental care in New Holland. Dr. Harkin herself is a highly accomplished dentist, having graduated Cum Laude from Franklin and Marshall College in 1999 and from Temple University School of Dentistry in 2008. The practice offers a comprehensive array of dental services, including general dentistry (routine cleanings, exams), cosmetic dentistry (smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening), and restorative procedures (composite fillings, dental bonding, crowns, bridges, dental implants, root canals, gold restorations). Dr. Harkin is also a certified Invisalign® dentist, providing modern orthodontic solutions. The office prides itself on providing high-quality dentistry in a comfortable and relaxed setting, prioritizing listening to individual patient needs to deliver optimized dental care that promotes overall health. Dr. Harkin's commitment to continuing education and advanced training is extensive. She has completed level-four training at the prestigious Pankey Institute, where she also serves as an Advisor to the Board of Directors and a Visiting Faculty Member. She was awarded designation as a Pankey Scholar in 2020, a title granted to fewer than 100 practitioners globally, reflecting her expertise in patient-centered, comprehensive care. Furthermore, she achieved her Mastership with the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) in 2016, an accomplishment requiring 1,100 hours of continuing education, and her Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition (LLSR) in 2021, which includes an additional 500 hours of CE and 100 hours of community/volunteer service. She is actively involved with various professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Pennsylvania Dental Association, and the Lancaster County Dental Society. Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Harkin is deeply involved in community service, participating in initiatives such as Dental Access in Lancaster County (DALCO), Missions of Mercy in PA (MOM-n-PA), and providing services at the Water Street Rescue Mission. This dedication to serving the community reflects an ideal instilled by her father and grandfather. The practice has received overwhelmingly positive patient reviews, consistently praised for its professional, friendly, and caring staff, state-of-the-art technology, and Dr. Harkin's attentive and skilled approach to patient care.