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CEREC

CEREC

Rejuvenate, repair and strengthen your damaged or discoloured teeth in one visit.

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Dental Implants

Dental Implants

Replace missing teeth, and build a healthy and natural-looking smile the permanent way.

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Invisalign Clear Aligners

Invisalign

Invisalign works to correct orthodontic issues while providing the appearance of wearing no braces. 

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Aevo System

Aevo System

Promote faster tooth movement to help shorten the duration of your orthodontic treatment.

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Welcome to Pleasant Valley Dental

LET US GIVE YOU SOMETHING TO SMILE ABOUT!

Welcome to Pleasant Valley Dental

At our Vernon dental clinic, you’re more than just a patient to us – you’re a valued member of our dental family. We'll welcome you with a smile and do our best to make sure you leave with one, too!

We will look forward to seeing you periodically throughout the year, catching up on life events and discussing how we can help you reach your dental health goals.

Whether you visit us for checkups, dental hygiene cleanings, cosmetic care or restorative services, we're happy to offer comprehensive services to take care of all your family’s dental needs under one roof.

Whatever you need to feel comfortable in our care, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here for you and we look forward to smiling with you!

About Us

Meet Our Vernon Dentists

Aiming for a healthier smile? Our team of dental professionals are here to help.

Our Dentists

  • Dr. Sean Bicknell, DMD

    General Dentist

    Dr. Bicknell graduated from the University of Manitoba in 2003 with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. Dr. Bicknell was actively involved in dental school, including serving as class president, student representative for the 2002 Canadian Dental Association Accreditation Committee, and was the university’s representative at the 2002 North American Dental Student research seminar at the American Dental Association headquarters in Chicago.

    Dr. Bicknell pursued educational training in addition to his DMD, and was one of two students to simultaneously complete and receive a Bachelor of Science in Dentistry (BSC DENT). His expanded coursework focused on research in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and he was privileged and honored to have his study “Frequency of Pharyngoplasty After Primary Repair of Cleft Palate” published in the December 2002 issue of The Journal of the Canadian Dental Association.

    Prior to moving to Vernon, Dr. Bicknell worked for Health Canada servicing the remote communities of Northern Manitoba for two years following graduation. He found this to be an amazing experience not only professionally but personally as well—being able to see some extremely isolated parts of the country and meeting some amazing folks along the way!

    A major highlight of Dr. Bicknell’s career was his mission trip to Guatemala in 2003. While working out of a little school house in the middle of third-world Guatemala definitely presented its challenges, but being able to help those in need was a feeling and experience he will never forget.

    Dr. Bicknell is committed to continuing education, particularly in the area of dental implants. He’s travelled across North America to pursue excellence in dental implant placement and restoration and he is continually amazed and inspired by the positive changes he has seen in his dental implant patients. His passion for dentistry continues to evolve as the technological side of the profession continues to advance, evidenced by the equipment Pleasant Valley Dental invests in. Not only does this allow great patient care, it keeps work fun and interesting for Dr. Bicknell and the Pleasant Valley team!

    Dr. Bicknell offers a comprehensive mix of dental services and enjoys seeing patients of all ages. He still can’t decide whether the kids are more excited to see him or to visit his treasure chest in the waiting room. He feels very fortunate to have so many wonderful patients put their trust in him and promises to always do his best to provide you the greatest care possible.

    Dr. Bicknell and his wife, Jessie, have been proud to call Vernon home since 2005 when they moved and joined the team at Pleasant Valley Dental. They are proud parents to four children: Anderson (born 2007), Chloe (born 2009), Carys (born 2012), and Sullivan (born 2014). (Needless to say there is never a dull moment around the Bicknell household!) The Bicknells felt Vernon would be the perfect community to raise their family and enjoy a laid-back and simple lifestyle couldn’t be any happier with their choice–they love Vernon and all the extraordinary people they have met here over the years.

    The Bicknell family are active outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, and everything else the Okanagan has to offer.

  • Dr. Alexandra Montian, DDS

    General Dentist

    Dr. Alexandra Montian began dreaming of being a dentist she was six years old and living in Belarus. She moved to Toronto when she was ten. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Health and Disease and a Master of Science in Oral Microbiology prior to graduating from University of Toronto with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2017.

    While completing her DDS, Dr. Montian was fortunate to participate in two life-changing outreach opportunities, one in Honduras serving kids in need, and one in Toronto where she and another dental school classmate helped establish the Volunteer Dental Outreach (VDO) clinic in Halliburton, Ontario, which provides free dental services to local residents who cannot afford them. She is grateful to Dr. William Kerr, who implemented and ran both outreach programs.

    Dr. Montian feels very fortunate to have joined the tight-knit Pleasant Valley Dental team. She feels it is a privilege to work along with talented, knowledgeable mentors like Dr. Bicknell and Dr. Denk. She is passionate about building lasting patient relationships and finds inspiration in patient diversity, unique health care goals, but especially their smiles. She finds dentistry most rewarding when patients are at ease and is very excited about the constantly evolving nature of technology in dentistry, which allow her to offer new techniques, treatment options and procedures to achieve better patient care and successful long-term results.

    Dr. Montian moved to Okanagan in February 2018 with her husband, Yuri, in part because they always wanted to live closer to the mountains. They both enjoy anything that gets them outside, including backcountry camping, hiking, mountain biking, scuba diving and skiing.The Montians feel they could not have landed in a better community and are very thankful for the warm welcome they have received!

  • Dr. Marcus Hackman, DMD

    General Dentist

    Dr. Hackman attended the University of Alberta for a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry, graduating in 2015. He then completed his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver in 2019. After working for 2 years in Alberta, he decided to move to the beautiful Okanagan in May 2021.

    Connecting isolated and underserved communities to dental care is an aspect of dentistry that Dr. Hackman finds great enjoyment in. He’s volunteered care in a small community in Jamaica, the downtown Eastside of Vancouver, and is hoping to find more similar opportunities.

    Dr. Hackman is ecstatic to be working with the brilliant Pleasant Valley team and cutting edge technology to deliver top notch care for patients. He loves meeting new people and helping them overcome any fears or barriers that have prevented them from an immaculate oral health.

    Marcus is constantly seeking out adventure and the outdoors, enjoying back country hiking, scuba diving, golfing, snowboarding and camping.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

Invisalign clear aligners can help you achieve a straighter, healthier smile – minus the brackets and wires that come with braces. Get started with a 30-minute consultation to find out if Invisalign clear aligners are a suitable treatment option for you.

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Helping Make Dental Care More Convenient

What You Get at Our Clinic

At Pleasant Valley Dental, we offer amenities to provide patients with a welcoming and convenient dental experience each time they visit us.
 

What You Get at Our Clinic

  • Technology in the world of general dentistry is continually changing and evolving. At Pleasant Valley Dental, we use a range of technologies to help us provide you with a more convenient, comfortable dental experience. From same-day dental restorations to lasers for dental hygiene, we strive to transform the way dental care is delivered.
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CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

Saturday & Evening Hours

Find us in the heart of downtown Vernon. We serve patients from across BC, including Vernon, Coldstream, Lumby, Armstrong, Kelowna, Revelstoke, Salmon Arm and beyond!

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New Patients Welcome

Looking for a new dentist in Vernon? Our team at Pleasant Valley Dental would be proud to welcome you to our dental family. Get in touch today to book your first appointment.

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