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Our office is located a few blocks south of Hwy 422 and the Sinking Spring Public Library, on the corner of Columbia Ave. and Mountain Home Rd.
Monday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
California State University, Sacramento
Ohio State University - DDS
Sedation
Dental Implants.
I enjoy woodworking and spending time with family and friends.
I believe in telling the patient what they need, but giving them what they want. I never want my patients to feel like they are being sold or feel ashamed about their dental condition.
Washington and Jefferson College - BS in Chemistry
Temple University - DMD
Invisalign
American Dental Association
My hobbies include exercising, hanging out with my dogs, and crocheting.
As a dentist, my philosophy centers on compassionate, personalized care that prioritizes each patient's unique needs and goals. I believe in fostering trusting relationships through open communication and evidence-based treatment. By staying current with advancements in dental technology and emphasizing preventive education, I strive to empower my patients to achieve and maintain optimal oral health with confidence and comfort.
We offer flexible dental financing terms and accept a variety of payment choices.
Regularly $222 - $364
Following exam & x-rays
*Essential Smile Plan is not available in Brunswick, Okemos, Sandusky, Sinking Spring.
Nothing is more important than our relationship with you. We provide you with efficient, affordable, high-quality dental care in Sinking Spring, PA led by a team that genuinely cares about your well-being. We welcome you to our comfortable, friendly Sinking Spring, PA dentist office with a team that is always on your side. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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Wonderful service, they take their time cleaning your teeth and are very professional!
Friendly and professional. Work to make you feel comfortable and always eager to comfort you as you are being treated,
As a new patient who needed x-rays and a cleaning I couldn't have been more pleased with Merit. I was pleasantly surprised with the thoroughness and input regarding my x-rays. Sarah, the dental hygien... Read More
My dental hygienist cleaned my teeth very well, the staff is friendly, they don’t add more expensive to your treatment that’s not needed. I left Grove Dental to go to Merit and I’m very happy I ... Read More
I have regular 4 month visits due to having peridontal cleaning. The staff is so caring and thorough. I have family members that also receive dental care at Merit. Everyone is very professional but at... Read More
Excellent dental office. Very good staff, modern equipment nice facilities. Dental hygienist and Dr. Ken were outstanding.
I had a very pleasant experience at Merit dental. I was treated with respect and kindness throughout my visit. I did not have to wait long to be seen and was given clear information.
I had a crown that popped out. I was able to get a same-day appointment. Dr. Demetri (sp?) was professional, fast, and I felt very comfortable with him working on my problem. The support staff was, as... Read More
This is a wonderful place and very efficient with excellent staff as well as the Dentist. I needed immediate assistance and they had me in the same day and provided me with excellent care and took car... Read More
The best of the best. All staff are extremely nice and professional. Everything that was done was explained very well. I had a procedure done and...Idk which doc did it ugh! But she was so gentle. I d... Read More
Merit Dental are true professionals in their field. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a family dentist. Each and everyone I was in contact with were polite, caring and kind. I cannot expres... Read More
We have been going to Merit Dental for 3 years now. We are extremely satisfied with their service there. I would strongly recommend this place.
Wonderful treatment communication atmosphere parking receptionist hygienist….so far so good several visits had bonding and cleanings they were efficient and patient with my anxiety levels
Very friendly and kind and sensitive. The place is very clean. Very helpful. Even though in our case for the moment we have to pay out of pocket we really like their services
Very nice place that’s clean and welcoming. Everyone who works there is extremely friendly and helpful.
First time there. They made me feel at home.
Excellent Service. Teeth cleaned perfectly, Hygienist was excellent and friendly. Check in and Check out is friendly and polite. Dentist was friendly as well. Staff is Great!!
My Wife and I really like merit Dental. The Staff from when you walk in the door to everyone you deal with is terrific. My Hygienist is great. She used something new to me, I believe it was called hi... Read More
From the moment I walked in the door I was greeted quickly with a smile. Only waited a few minutes to take me back. Everyone was kind and friendly and reassured me that they understood my anxiety at t... Read More
Great service and very nice people.
Immediately felt comfortable as soon as I walked in the door. The receptionist was very welcoming. The hygienist and technichian I had were very polite and understanding,professional, and made the vis... Read More
Absolutely satisfied with my dental care. Fixed my lost filling in a front tooth quickly and easily. Perfect.
Always great service. Everyone is so friendly, nice and helpful. I have been coming to Merit Dental for about 5 years. I definitely recommend Merit Dental for all your dental needs.
Heard horror stories about a Root Canal... BUT boy was I pleased w/ Sinking Spring Dental and Dr Jamal!! It was a breeze and that tooth/crown is better than ever!! Thanks!!
Very professional staff. Very nice people. They took great care of me.
Taneshia was fabulous with my 4 year old daughter! Very good with kids. Highly recommend
Best dental place!!!!
Great business to get work done. They are a friendly staff. Feels like family when I visit. Very informative on everything they did to my teeth. Would recommend Merit to anyone.
Every single person who works at this establishment is beyond friendly and goes above and beyond to make you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible. They also explain everything along the way wh... Read More
Very happy customer. Great attention to detail and very caring staff. Always friendly and very punctual with appointments.
I found myself in a very painful situation with a cracked molar with exposed roots, incredibly painful. I saw Dr. Ken and he was able to save the tooth by performing a root canal with crown. Dr. Ken w... Read More
This place is 5 star. Follow CDC Covid guidelines. Employees are professional, caring and efficient. Highly recommend.
My children love this dentist, everyone is friendly, and it is very clean.
. My entire family goes to Merit Dental and we all have had great service from the entire staff. They are responsive, caring and detailed. Kassi is absolutely wonderful - my son has had a lot of work ... Read More
Nice place with nice people. So far everything is good
Absolutely love this dentist office ! Very friendly and helpful staff. Very nice and clean office. Check in process is simple and painless all while keeping safe protocols during these trying times . ... Read More
My family has been going to Dr. Balatgek and his team at Sinking Spring Family Dental for over a decade. Great people, and professional and friendly staff.
Great place. Everyone is friendly and always smiling. Very helpful with all my needs. Everything is done in a timely matter.
I have been going here for a very long time and I must say it's one of the finest places to go for dental work. The staff there are nice and very helpful especially Liz(dental hygienists) who is very ... Read More
A place that takes time to get to know you and your family. Quality dental attention and a professional staff. Highly recommend it.
Dr Ken is the best dentist I've ever been to. He is "My Dentist." From the moment he injects the Novocaine, with this little wiggling trick he does on your gum, all the way through whatever oral proce... Read More
Wonderful people that work there. Very polite and professonal!
Great place! Super friendly staff!
Dr. Ken and his staff have been nothing short of awesome! He is the first dentist I have found that I loved since 2011!! He is thorough, professional, & put my anxieties to rest. The staff are alway... Read More
Always a positive experience. Treated like family, and care is excellent.
I want to thank everyone there for helping me get thru my experience at the dentist. I am one of the biggest babies around when it comes to going to the dentist!! The staff there made me feel as comfo... Read More
I always have a wonderful experience here!! While my past trips to other dentists have been not so positive, this office is always great!! Specifically, I recently had a filling done by Alicia. Withou... Read More
Excellent staff! Everyone was very pleasant and helpful. I had a tooth that started to severely hurt over night and they were able to get me in for same day emergency treatment. I would definitely rec... Read More
Excellent Staff! Very Professional and Courteous!! We have never had a negative experience in all the years we have gone to them. Both my 9 yr old and 7 yr old especially love the staff. Liz, Bon... Read More
Best dental place I've been too in a long time. People were extremely nice and I never felt awkward being left alone in a confined space when someone was seeing me. Front desk was excellent and so wer... Read More
Always a good experience, Jill is very helpful,polite and efficient and a great hygienist in Taneshia.
Excellent Staff!! Very Professional, Polite and Courteous!! I enjoy speaking with Jill; she always very pleasant. I always have a great experience all the time. I would highly recommend this place to ... Read More
The staff is great. Everyone friendly and courteous. From the front desk to the checkout. Alyssa did an outstanding job in cleaning my teeth. Very professional and knowledgeable and made me feel very ... Read More
Super friendly staff and doctors, my appointment was fast and extremely efficient!
Excellent experience with knowledgeable and friendly care,also very affordable! I recommend to anyone who needs dental services.
The best dentist office I've ever been to!
I absolutely love these guys , I absolutely hate going to the Dentist and always tried pushing it off . My first visit was great , they made me feel so comfortable and they eased my anxiety. Everyone... Read More
The entire staff is highly skilled and they make you feel really comfortable. Outstanding service.
The staff was friendly and patient with me. The hygienist, Liz was informative and knowledgeable. Nice, clean, professional, and organized dental office!
Great staff, very friendly.
I've been going here for about a year. I came here for a second opinion for a surgery and they were so nice I just switched dentists. I would highly recommend them.
I have been going here for about 2 years since we moved to Myerstown. I had an amazing recommendation and I have always been happy with their work and procedures. I even referred my boyfriend to go an... Read More
Staff is always pleasant. Would highly recommend
Awesome staff! Especially Eileen! Always so nice and helpful!
I was never a fan of the dentist and am so glad I found Dr. Ken and the staff at Sinking Spring Family Dental. They are kind, friendly, non-judgmental and made me feel comfortable from the very begin... Read More
Best dental office around! Staff is always friendly every time my family visits for cleanings. Staff makes us feel right at home and treats us great!
I have been going here for about 10 years, through checkups, braces, cavities, a root canal, and bridge. The staff and doctors are very friendly and do a great job! Highly recommended!
Very friendly atmosphere. Nice people, and there always smiling, lol. They go out of they’re way to say hello and greet my kids and I. Just had a root canal and crown done today for MY first proced... Read More
I have been receiving dental care at Sinking Spring Family Dental since I was 2 years old, and I have always been pleased with my experience. The staff is wonderful, and they love getting to know thei... Read More
I love going here! Everyone is fabulous!
The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Alyssa did a great job and made my daughter feel comfortable. Thanks Jess for the recommendation to my wife!
Great experience, highly recommend! Alyssa went above and beyond for me, hate going to the dentist but I could have slept through my cleaning!
I no longer hate going to the dentist! These guys are GREAT!
Good dental office, pleasant environment, friendly and organized staff, good dentist who are gentle and informative.
Awesome experience! First of two appointments for a root canal today. Temporary crown is in...will be getting my permanent one put in on my next visit. Thank you Dr. Ken Balatgek for making it a very ... Read More
Awesome experience!! We were new patients and the first impression went beyond my expectation. The entire staff was super friendly and made us feel very welcomed!
Wonderful service, they take their time cleaning your teeth and are very professional!
Friendly and professional. Work to make you feel comfortable and always eager to comfort you as you are being treated,
As a new patient who needed x-rays and a cleaning I couldn't have been more pleased with Merit. I was pleasantly surprised with the thoroughness and input regarding my x-rays. Sarah, the dental hygienist, was fantastic! I have been reluctant to go to the dentist for years, and she was super-kind, steady-handed, and patient with my lengthy cleaning.
My dental hygienist cleaned my teeth very well, the staff is friendly, they don’t add more expensive to your treatment that’s not needed. I left Grove Dental to go to Merit and I’m very happy I did. Merit checks your insurance to see what they will cover and lets you know ahead of time what your out of pocket expense will be. They are sincere!
I have regular 4 month visits due to having peridontal cleaning. The staff is so caring and thorough. I have family members that also receive dental care at Merit. Everyone is very professional but at the same time, give personal care.
Excellent dental office. Very good staff, modern equipment nice facilities. Dental hygienist and Dr. Ken were outstanding.
I had a very pleasant experience at Merit dental. I was treated with respect and kindness throughout my visit. I did not have to wait long to be seen and was given clear information.
I had a crown that popped out. I was able to get a same-day appointment. Dr. Demetri (sp?) was professional, fast, and I felt very comfortable with him working on my problem. The support staff was, as always, great. I felt very grateful.
This is a wonderful place and very efficient with excellent staff as well as the Dentist. I needed immediate assistance and they had me in the same day and provided me with excellent care and took care of my dental work . I would recommend this place 100%. Great outstanding place. Thank you
The best of the best. All staff are extremely nice and professional. Everything that was done was explained very well. I had a procedure done and...Idk which doc did it ugh! But she was so gentle. I definitely recommend this place 1000%
Merit Dental are true professionals in their field. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a family dentist. Each and everyone I was in contact with were polite, caring and kind. I cannot express my true appreciation for the entire staff.
We have been going to Merit Dental for 3 years now. We are extremely satisfied with their service there. I would strongly recommend this place.
Wonderful treatment communication atmosphere parking receptionist hygienist….so far so good several visits had bonding and cleanings they were efficient and patient with my anxiety levels
Very friendly and kind and sensitive. The place is very clean. Very helpful. Even though in our case for the moment we have to pay out of pocket we really like their services
Very nice place that’s clean and welcoming. Everyone who works there is extremely friendly and helpful.
Excellent Service. Teeth cleaned perfectly, Hygienist was excellent and friendly. Check in and Check out is friendly and polite. Dentist was friendly as well. Staff is Great!!
My Wife and I really like merit Dental. The Staff from when you walk in the door to everyone you deal with is terrific. My Hygienist is great. She used something new to me, I believe it was called high pressure. My teeth have never felt better after a cleaning. We both Highly recommend Merit dental.
From the moment I walked in the door I was greeted quickly with a smile. Only waited a few minutes to take me back. Everyone was kind and friendly and reassured me that they understood my anxiety at the dentist. Lori, Lilly, Wendy, Tanesha and Dr Ken were awesome, very comforting and professional! Facility clean and neat! I highly recommend this practice!
Immediately felt comfortable as soon as I walked in the door. The receptionist was very welcoming. The hygienist and technichian I had were very polite and understanding,professional, and made the visit a breeze. Dr. Balatgek was super nice, got right down to the point, and made it clear on the next steps to take. Glad I made the choice to switch. Thank You!!
Absolutely satisfied with my dental care. Fixed my lost filling in a front tooth quickly and easily. Perfect.
Always great service. Everyone is so friendly, nice and helpful. I have been coming to Merit Dental for about 5 years. I definitely recommend Merit Dental for all your dental needs.
Heard horror stories about a Root Canal... BUT boy was I pleased w/ Sinking Spring Dental and Dr Jamal!! It was a breeze and that tooth/crown is better than ever!! Thanks!!
Very professional staff. Very nice people. They took great care of me.
Taneshia was fabulous with my 4 year old daughter! Very good with kids. Highly recommend
Great business to get work done. They are a friendly staff. Feels like family when I visit. Very informative on everything they did to my teeth. Would recommend Merit to anyone.
Every single person who works at this establishment is beyond friendly and goes above and beyond to make you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible. They also explain everything along the way which I appreciate immensely. Going to the dentist can be a bit nerve-wracking and it's so comforting knowing that they really seem to have your best interest at heart.
Very happy customer. Great attention to detail and very caring staff. Always friendly and very punctual with appointments.
I found myself in a very painful situation with a cracked molar with exposed roots, incredibly painful. I saw Dr. Ken and he was able to save the tooth by performing a root canal with crown. Dr. Ken was awesome, he dispelled all myths that root canals are painful. Gentle and very professional.
This place is 5 star. Follow CDC Covid guidelines. Employees are professional, caring and efficient. Highly recommend.
My children love this dentist, everyone is friendly, and it is very clean.
. My entire family goes to Merit Dental and we all have had great service from the entire staff. They are responsive, caring and detailed. Kassi is absolutely wonderful - my son has had a lot of work done and she has worked with me, my insurance and his orthodontist to make sure everything is perfect! She is an asset to this office. - Liz
Absolutely love this dentist office ! Very friendly and helpful staff. Very nice and clean office. Check in process is simple and painless all while keeping safe protocols during these trying times . Always a great visit . Keep up the great work
My family has been going to Dr. Balatgek and his team at Sinking Spring Family Dental for over a decade. Great people, and professional and friendly staff.
Great place. Everyone is friendly and always smiling. Very helpful with all my needs. Everything is done in a timely matter.
I have been going here for a very long time and I must say it's one of the finest places to go for dental work. The staff there are nice and very helpful especially Liz(dental hygienists) who is very knowledgeable and most especially meticulous. I would highly recommend going there.
A place that takes time to get to know you and your family. Quality dental attention and a professional staff. Highly recommend it.
Dr Ken is the best dentist I've ever been to. He is "My Dentist." From the moment he injects the Novocaine, with this little wiggling trick he does on your gum, all the way through whatever oral procedure you're experiencing, he does an outstanding job. He is courteous, and communicative, and that's important to me! The staff is also excellent, from reception and billing to the dental assistants and technicians. They really do care, bottom line!
Dr. Ken and his staff have been nothing short of awesome! He is the first dentist I have found that I loved since 2011!! He is thorough, professional, & put my anxieties to rest. The staff are always friendly and welcoming.
Always a positive experience. Treated like family, and care is excellent.
I want to thank everyone there for helping me get thru my experience at the dentist. I am one of the biggest babies around when it comes to going to the dentist!! The staff there made me feel as comfortable as they could!! I want to thank especially Alicia, Claire, Dr. Ken, Jill, and Kayla for helping to ease one of the most stressful times I have had!! I most definitely recommend Sinking Spring Dental!! Thank you!!!
I always have a wonderful experience here!! While my past trips to other dentists have been not so positive, this office is always great!! Specifically, I recently had a filling done by Alicia. Without discomfort or adjustment, she completed my filling perfectly the first time! The staff is always friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Excellent staff! Everyone was very pleasant and helpful. I had a tooth that started to severely hurt over night and they were able to get me in for same day emergency treatment. I would definitely recommend this office for any of your dental needs.
Excellent Staff! Very Professional and Courteous!! We have never had a negative experience in all the years we have gone to them. Both my 9 yr old and 7 yr old especially love the staff. Liz, Bonnie, Taneshia & Eileen are their favorites. We can't forget Dr. Raj. The fact that Liz Bonnie Taneshia and Eileen remember conversations they had with my children and myself from our last visits... awesome..... all I can say. They actually get excited to go to the dentist and what parent of a 9 and 7 yr old can say that!! I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great professional dental services.
Best dental place I've been too in a long time. People were extremely nice and I never felt awkward being left alone in a confined space when someone was seeing me. Front desk was excellent and so were the checkout ladies. Unfortunately I had to cancel, and I wasn't given any Hassel for doing so
Always a good experience, Jill is very helpful,polite and efficient and a great hygienist in Taneshia.
Excellent Staff!! Very Professional, Polite and Courteous!! I enjoy speaking with Jill; she always very pleasant. I always have a great experience all the time. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great dental services.
The staff is great. Everyone friendly and courteous. From the front desk to the checkout. Alyssa did an outstanding job in cleaning my teeth. Very professional and knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable and at home. Dr. Balatgek gave me a very thorough exam and a detail explanation of the results. And I even got a "goody" bag!
Super friendly staff and doctors, my appointment was fast and extremely efficient!
Excellent experience with knowledgeable and friendly care,also very affordable! I recommend to anyone who needs dental services.
I absolutely love these guys , I absolutely hate going to the Dentist and always tried pushing it off . My first visit was great , they made me feel so comfortable and they eased my anxiety. Everyone is so friendly and didn't feel like my mouth was violated during my visit. Highly Recommend them.
The entire staff is highly skilled and they make you feel really comfortable. Outstanding service.
The staff was friendly and patient with me. The hygienist, Liz was informative and knowledgeable. Nice, clean, professional, and organized dental office!
I've been going here for about a year. I came here for a second opinion for a surgery and they were so nice I just switched dentists. I would highly recommend them.
I have been going here for about 2 years since we moved to Myerstown. I had an amazing recommendation and I have always been happy with their work and procedures. I even referred my boyfriend to go and they helped him get beautiful Veneers on his top 4 teeth because they've always been crooked. Now he smiles all the time, especially for pictures- before he never would. I have an awful genetic gum recession and I always love and request Liz to do my cleanings. She got me on the right track and right regimens to help me slow and stop my gum recession so I possibly won't have to get surgery. I can't thank her enough. All the doctors we've ever seen have been wonderful and the staff is kind and courteous in explaining charges. I will go here as long as I can!
I was never a fan of the dentist and am so glad I found Dr. Ken and the staff at Sinking Spring Family Dental. They are kind, friendly, non-judgmental and made me feel comfortable from the very beginning. You will not regret coming here.... "smiling"
Best dental office around! Staff is always friendly every time my family visits for cleanings. Staff makes us feel right at home and treats us great!
I have been going here for about 10 years, through checkups, braces, cavities, a root canal, and bridge. The staff and doctors are very friendly and do a great job! Highly recommended!
Very friendly atmosphere. Nice people, and there always smiling, lol. They go out of they’re way to say hello and greet my kids and I. Just had a root canal and crown done today for MY first procedure with this office and I’m VERY PLEASED. First and foremost Doctor Raj hit me with novacaine and I didn’t even feel it(not kidding), and secondly I was able to watch the Phillies opening day while he made my tooth look and feel like a pearl again, lol. Best dentist office around, trust me. I been to a few in my years and finally found one I’m confident with.
I have been receiving dental care at Sinking Spring Family Dental since I was 2 years old, and I have always been pleased with my experience. The staff is wonderful, and they love getting to know their patients! I highly recommend them, and you will leave feeling minty clean and fresh! :)
The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Alyssa did a great job and made my daughter feel comfortable. Thanks Jess for the recommendation to my wife!
Great experience, highly recommend! Alyssa went above and beyond for me, hate going to the dentist but I could have slept through my cleaning!
Good dental office, pleasant environment, friendly and organized staff, good dentist who are gentle and informative.
Awesome experience! First of two appointments for a root canal today. Temporary crown is in...will be getting my permanent one put in on my next visit. Thank you Dr. Ken Balatgek for making it a very great and pain free experience! VERY highly recommended!
Awesome experience!! We were new patients and the first impression went beyond my expectation. The entire staff was super friendly and made us feel very welcomed!
