Our Team

At Smiles by Shannon Dental, we work hard, smile big, and love, love, love our patients.

Not only are we friends in this office; we are a family of caring professionals devoted to your well-being. Besides being some of the best in the field of dentistry, our staff has been specially hand-selected, expertly trained, and dedicated to treating you like family, utilizing the latest and most gentle methods of modern dentistry. 

We have a special knack for treating children, those with some anxiety about the dentist, and patients who are self-conscious about their smiles.

We care about our patients, their families, and their lives. Our Harrisburg office is warmed with a touch of Southern charm and a heavy dose of compassion — because we not only listen with our ears but our hearts.

Team Bios

Headshot of Dr. Jen Shannon smiling at the camera.

Dr. Jennifer Shannon

Dentist

Dr. Jennifer Shannon is a Harrisburg native who graduated from the College of Charleston in South Carolina, and Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia. While at Temple, she was formally recognized with an award for Excellence in Oral Pathology. Her leadership ability and commitment to personal and professional excellence earned her recognition as one of the region’s top “40 Under 40” in 2016. 

Dr. Shannon is a fitness enthusiast and loves visiting Hersheypark, her college town of Charleston, the Poconos, and the beach with her husband Jim, her children, Maddy and Gavin, and her large, tight-knit extended family.

Dr. Jen with her husband and two kids sitting on the grass under a tree.

Q&A

What is your favorite travel spot?

My heart lives in Charleston, South Carolina.

If you could eat one meal, everyday, for the rest of your life, what would it be?

BBQ Chicken Pizza from Mellow Mushroom. YUM!

Headshot of Kathy Delk smiling at the camera.

Kathy Delk

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kathy Delk is a dedicated Dental Hygienist, with more than 17 years of experience in promoting oral health and spreading kindness. Her 2004 presentation on Treating Clients with Down Syndrome earned her state and national recognition from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, and The Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities. Kathy takes pride in her patient care and the meaningful relationships she builds with her patients. 

Kathy and her husband, Eric, are the proud parents of two sons, Tyler and Jordan. In her free time, Kathy enjoys spending time outdoors, taking random road trips to discover new places, and reading.

Kathy Delk and her family.

Q&A

What would surprise people to know about you?

I’m a Harry Potter geek.

What did you want to be growing up?

A singer, even though I can’t hold a note.

Testimonial

I instantly knew I was in good hands with Dr. Shannon and her staff. They explain everything so well, they keep checking to see how you are doing, and they obviously really care.

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