Convenient Access from Jenkintown
Jenkintown residents have a short run up the Old York Road corridor to Hatboro Horsham Family Dental, about 16 minutes by car to our office in Hatboro. For anyone weighing a dentist in Jenkintown, PA, the practice brings two general dentists, implant care, dentures and IV sedation under one roof. The whole trip stays on surface streets, with no tolls.
Begin at Borough Hall at 700 Summit Avenue, then take Leedom Street and Greenwood Avenue to Old York Road (PA 611). Head north on Old York Road for about three miles, jog briefly onto Moreland Road (PA 63), and continue north on Easton Road. York Road (PA 263) carries you the last two and a half miles or so into Hatboro, where a turn onto East Monument Avenue brings you to 122 N York Rd Ste 2. Expect a drive of roughly 6.5 miles.
The Jenkintown-Wyncote station, whose 1932 building was designed by Horace Trumbauer, sits near the start, as do the library at 460 York Road and the old Strawbridge and Clothier store building. Old York Road and Easton Road through Willow Grove slow down at weekday rush hours, so build in a few extra minutes then. Find us on Google Maps, and see our pages for nearby Glenside and Abington.
Care That Fits a Small, Walkable Borough
Jenkintown packs fewer than 5,000 residents into about 0.6 square miles of Montgomery County. It was settled around 1697, named for Welsh settler William Jenkins, and became a borough in 1874. Abington Township borders it on three sides, with Cheltenham Township to the south, and Greenwood Avenue crosses the center toward Wyncote.
From the mid-1950s to the early 1980s the borough was a major retail hub for the northern suburbs, and its downtown still draws people on foot. Households here tend to be small, and close to four in ten households have just one person. The Borough of Jenkintown runs its offices from Borough Hall on Summit Avenue.
For a community like this, a dental office should feel familiar and steady. Seeing the same two dentists from one visit to the next means your history, your concerns and your treatment plan stay in one place. That continuity matters most when care stretches over several appointments.
Smile Health for Jenkintown's Older Residents
About one in five people in the borough is 65 or older, and that stage of life brings its own dental questions. Older fillings wear out, gums can recede, and missing teeth make chewing harder over time. Regular checkups catch these changes early, when a simpler fix is still possible.
When a tooth is lost, Dr. Sampat can place and restore a dental implant in the same office, thanks to his intensive implant continuum training. Patients who prefer a removable option can talk with either dentist about dentures, and bridges and crowns round out the choices. Our Family Dentistry Learning Center covers common questions in plain language.
Gum health deserves equal attention. Gum disease often develops without pain, and receding gums can leave roots exposed and sensitive. Gum disease treatment and gum grafting are both part of our family dentistry service, along with care for persistent bad breath.
Dental anxiety does not fade with age for everyone. For longer or more involved procedures, IV sedation is available, with close monitoring throughout and a friend or family member to drive you home afterward.
Finding a Dentist in Jenkintown, PA, Who Handles It All
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implants and implant restorations rebuild worn or missing teeth. For Jenkintown patients replacing a tooth, having one dentist place and restore the implant keeps treatment under one roof.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, checkups and gum disease care protect the teeth you already have. Root canals and extractions are part of the same service, so a problem tooth can be treated by dentists who already know your history.
IV Sedation
Patients who feel uneasy about dental work can be sedated and closely monitored during treatment. Plan for a companion to drive you home after the appointment.
Emergency Dental Care
A broken tooth, a lost crown or sudden pain cannot wait for a routine visit. For urgent problems the team makes every effort to see you the same day.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Composite fillings, porcelain veneers and teeth whitening brighten teeth that have darkened or chipped over the years. Many cosmetic changes can be made alongside restorative work.
Meet Your Hatboro Dental Team
Dr. Jashank Sampat, DMD, completed an intensive implant continuum and both places and restores dental implants, which matters to patients replacing a missing tooth. Dr. Drashti Khamar practiced in Virginia before relocating to Pennsylvania in March 2021. She believes in a gentle touch and in building a lasting relationship with every patient.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Most major insurance plans are accepted, including United Healthcare and Assurant. Retirees without dental coverage can join our Membership Plan, which has no pre-existing condition limits and no pre-authorization requirements. CareCredit, major credit cards and cash are also accepted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Hatboro Horsham Family Dental from Jenkintown, and how do I get there?
From Borough Hall it is roughly 6.5 miles, or about 16 minutes by car. Old York Road and Easton Road take you north through Abington and Willow Grove, and York Road (PA 263) then leads into Hatboro. Patients who want a dentist in Jenkintown, PA, can make the whole trip without tolls or highway driving.
Are dentures still a good option for replacing several teeth?
Yes, for many people. Dentures replace several or all teeth at once, they come out for cleaning, and they often cost less up front than replacing each tooth with an implant. Bridges, implants and implant restorations are also offered, so you can compare every option at one visit and choose the approach that fits your health and budget.
Is there a dental plan for retirees who have no insurance?
Yes. Our Membership Plan is designed for patients without dental insurance, and an individual membership costs $259 a year, or $502 for a couple. It has no yearly maximum, no deductibles, no claim forms and no pre-authorization, and eligibility starts right away. Monthly payment options are available for anyone who prefers smaller payments.
What should I expect if I choose IV sedation?
You will feel deeply relaxed and be closely monitored throughout the procedure. IV sedation is often chosen for longer treatment or by patients who feel anxious about dental work. Because the effects take time to wear off, a friend or family member must drive you home afterward, so arrange your ride before the appointment day.
Are bleeding gums a sign of gum disease?
Often, yes. Gums that bleed when you brush or floss are one of the earliest signs of gum disease, especially if they also look red or puffy. Caught early, it usually responds to a professional cleaning and better home care. Our family dentistry service covers gum disease treatment, and gum grafting when recession has gone further.
Schedule Your Visit from Jenkintown
A call to 215-798-9770 books your appointment, and for anyone choosing a dentist in Jenkintown, PA, the office is about a quarter hour to the north. See all the neighborhoods on our areas we serve list, or head to the Dentist Hatboro, PA homepage for more about the practice.
