If you are looking for a dentist in St. Pete Beach, Pier Dental is at 8351 Blind Pass Rd. Dr. Brittany Pierpont provides general dentistry for teens and adults, from routine checkups and cleanings to fillings, crowns and root canals. We are a family-owned practice rather than a corporate chain, so the care stays personal.
There is no need to explain how long it has been since your last visit. Many of our patients arrive after years away, worried about cost or about being judged. We start with a careful exam, show you what we see, and talk through your options at a pace that feels comfortable.
Exams and X-rays that start with a clear picture
A first visit usually centers on a comprehensive exam. Dr. Pierpont looks at your teeth, gums, jaw, bite alignment and soft tissues, and her exams include an oral cancer screening and a review of your jaw joints. Digital X-rays let us see between teeth, below the gums and in the jawbone, and the images are ready right away to review with you.
Most patients benefit from a comprehensive exam and X-rays about once a year, though your own schedule may be different if you have a history of gum disease or other concerns. You leave knowing what is healthy, what needs attention and what can wait.
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Cleanings that keep small problems small
Professional cleanings reach plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing miss. That helps prevent cavities, supports healthy gums and freshens breath, and polishing removes surface stains. We generally recommend a cleaning about every six months, and some patients do better with visits closer together.
If gum disease has already started, Dr. Pierpont can treat it, and she explains what to do at home so the results last. Regular visits also mean we notice changes early, when they are usually simpler to fix.
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Tooth-colored fillings for cavities
When a cavity needs repair, we restore the tooth with white fillings made from composite resin. The material is color-matched, bonds to the tooth and lets us preserve more of your natural structure than older metal fillings. It works on both front and back teeth.
We numb the area first, remove the decay, then build up the filling in layers and polish it for a comfortable bite. If a tooth needs more than a filling, we will explain the next step, whether that is an onlay, a crown or a root canal.
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About St. Pete Beach
St. Pete Beach sits on Long Key, a barrier island at the edge of the Gulf of Mexico, and three bridges connect it to Treasure Island, South Pasadena and the Bayway Isles area of St. Petersburg. Because the island is reached by bridge, having a dentist right here in town saves you a trip across the water.
Our office is at 8351 Blind Pass Rd, and we also welcome patients from Treasure Island, Madeira Beach, Gulfport, South Pasadena and Pass-A-Grille. Free second opinions are available too, so call us if you want another set of eyes on a treatment plan.
Ready to meet a dentist who will not lecture you? Call Pier Dental at (727) 363-6169 to schedule a visit. We are open Monday 9 to 3, Tuesday 9 to 5, Wednesday 9 to 4 and Thursday 9 to 5, with Friday by appointment only. Ask about CareCredit and our in-house payment options when you call.
