Business Details
6 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentists in Aberdeen, SD
Merxbauer-Maier Dental in Aberdeen, SD, prioritizes personalized, gentle dental care to help patients achieve confident smiles. Our team emphasizes preventive education, thorough exams, and state-of-the-art procedures to address both oral health and aesthetic needs. We adhere to strict safety protocols recommended by the ADA, OSHA, and CDC, ensuring patient and staff protection. Our clinicians commit to continuous learning and membership in professional associations to stay updated on advancements. We strive to create a relaxing, trust-based environment, accommodating dental emergencies promptly and tailoring services to individual patient requirements. 
Services
Dental Exams
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Dental Implants
Root Canal Therapy
Cosmetic Dentistry
Periodontal Care
Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry.
- Our team provides personalized care with a focus on patient comfort and education.
- We prioritize preventive care to minimize long-term dental health risks.
- We use state-of-the-art technology for accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
- We accommodate dental emergencies with prompt, compassionate care.
Associations and certifications
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Services
Dental Exams
Comprehensive dental exams include diagnostic x-rays, oral cancer screenings, and gum disease evaluations. We assess tooth decay, existing restorations, and overall oral health to create tailored treatment plans. Regular exams ensure early detection of issues, promoting long-term dental wellness through preventive care.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening addresses stains from food, smoking, or medications. Custom trays with bleaching solution lighten enamel over 1-2 weeks. Results last years with proper care. We evaluate existing restorations to ensure consistent color matching after treatment.
Porcelain Veneers
Custom porcelain veneers reshape teeth and correct discoloration, chips, or gaps. The two-visit process involves minimal enamel removal and bonding durable, stain-resistant shells. Veneers provide long-lasting aesthetic improvements while maintaining natural tooth function.
Dental Implants
Implants replace missing teeth with titanium roots surgically placed in the jawbone. They support crowns, bridges, or dentures for stable, natural-looking results. The multi-month process includes healing periods to ensure secure integration, restoring chewing ability and facial aesthetics.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal treatment removes infected pulp to save damaged teeth. After cleaning and sealing root canals, a crown protects the tooth. This procedure alleviates pain, prevents extraction, and preserves natural dentition with high success rates for lifelong functionality.
People
David Merxbauer, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Merxbauer, a South Dakota native with over 20 years of experience, specializes in general dentistry including implants, orthodontics, and restorative procedures. He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and is a member of multiple dental associations.
Taylor Maier, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Maier, a Pierre native, joined the practice in 2017 and focuses on cosmetic and restorative dentistry. He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and served as Vice President of his dental class. He values long-term patient relationships.
Kaylee VanLaecken, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. VanLaecken, an Aberdeen native, completed dental school at Creighton University. She specializes in general dentistry and enjoys providing family-friendly care in her hometown.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including exams, cleanings, cosmetic treatments (veneers, whitening), restorative care (fillings, crowns), implants, root canals, and pediatric dentistry.
How often should I schedule dental check-ups?
We recommend biannual exams and cleanings, though some patients may require more frequent visits based on individual oral health needs.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we prioritize emergency cases and aim to see urgent patients promptly to address pain, infections, or dental trauma.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, checks, and cash. Payment is due at the time of service, though financing options may be available for extensive treatments.
Are teeth whitening results permanent?
Whitening lasts several years with proper care, though touch-ups may be needed every 1-3 years depending on lifestyle factors like diet and smoking.
How do porcelain veneers differ from crowns?
Veneers cover only the front tooth surface for cosmetic improvements, while crowns encase the entire tooth for structural reinforcement after significant damage.
