Personalized dental treatments aimed at improving and maintaining overall oral health.
General Dentistry in St. Pete Beach
At Pier Dental, Dr. Brittany Pierpont offers a full range of general dentistry services designed to keep your smile healthy, functional, and beautiful at every stage of life. General dentistry focuses on both prevention and treatment, ensuring that patients not only maintain strong teeth and gums but also enjoy confidence in their smiles.
From routine care to advanced restorative procedures, Dr. Pierpont combines modern techniques with personalized treatment plans. Her approach prioritizes comfort, function, and long-term oral health.
Examples of General Dentistry Treatments
✔ White Fillings – Natural-looking fillings that repair cavities and blend seamlessly with your teeth.
✔ Ceramic Crowns & Bridges – Durable, lifelike restorations that strengthen weakened teeth or replace missing ones.
✔ Porcelain Veneers & Onlays – Cosmetic and functional enhancements that improve shape, color, and alignment.
✔ Dental Implant Restorations – A permanent and natural-feeling solution for missing teeth.
✔ Root Canal Therapy – A safe and effective treatment to save infected or severely decayed teeth, relieving pain and restoring function.
✔ Extractions with Bone Replacement – Gentle removal of damaged teeth while preserving jawbone structure for future restoration options.
✔ Removable Devices – Such as dentures and essix retainers, tailored for comfort, function, and aesthetics.
When a tooth has a cavity or decay, the affected area needs to be cleaned and replaced.
Dr. Pierpont uses the most modern, tooth colored material, resin composite, to restore the tooth’s structure and function.
In some cases, a tooth may need to be extracted, or removed, such as for severe decay, advanced gum disease, or fractured.
Dr. Pierpont carefully and painlessly removes the necessary teeth and places a bone graft to allow for healthy bone to grow back.
Dental crowns, also known as caps, are used to restore and strengthen damaged or weakened teeth. Dr. Pierpont custom-makes them.
The crowns cover the entire visible portion of the tooth, increasing a potential weak tooth’s strength. They can improve the appearance, shape, and function of a tooth that has undergone extensive decay, fracture, or a root canal treatment.
Dental bridges are used to replace missing teeth. They consist of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) that are held in place by dental crowns on neighboring teeth.
Bridges help restore the appearance, function, and alignment of the teeth.
Dentures are removable prosthetic devices used to replace multiple missing teeth. They can be complete dentures (replacing all teeth) or partial dentures (replacing some missing teeth).
Dentures improve chewing ability, speech, and aesthetics.
Dental implants are a permanent solution for replacing missing teeth. They consist of a titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone, acting as an artificial tooth root.
Dr. Pierpont can then fabricate a crown to attach to the implant, providing a natural-looking and functioning tooth replacement. These implants may also be placed under removable dentures to help increase stability.
Dr. Pierpont diagnoses and treats gum diseases, such as gingivitis and periodontitis.
Treatment may involve preventative cleanings (Prophy), Scaling and Root Planing (deep cleaning), medication, or referral to a periodontist (gum specialist) for more advanced cases.
Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic therapy, is a dental procedure performed to treat infection or damage to the pulp (the innermost part) of a tooth. The pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When the pulp becomes infected or inflamed, it can cause severe pain and other dental problems.
Root canal treatment is a common and highly successful procedure that can save a tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted. It helps alleviate pain, resolve infection, and restore the tooth’s function. Dr. Pierpont uses the latest technology and equipment to perform this treatment.
Why General Dentistry Matters
Regular general dental care is the foundation of lifelong oral health. By addressing concerns early and offering restorative options when needed, Dr. Pierpont helps patients avoid future complications while maintaining a bright, healthy smile.
Whether you need a routine filling, a crown, or full-mouth rehabilitation, Pier Dental delivers comprehensive care in a warm, welcoming environment right here in St. Pete Beach, FL.
Explore More Dental Care Options
Preventive care like regular cleanings and exams is the foundation of oral health — explore our Preventive Dental Care in St. Pete Beach.
For patients seeking smile enhancements, we also provide Cosmetic Dentistry services.
If you ever face an urgent issue, our Same Day Emergency Care is here when you need it most.
Contact us if you have any questions about any of our dental services.
Just received permanent crown and could not be happier. Dr Pierpont and her staff make you feel like you are their most important patient. Efficient, decisive care delivered in a warm and caring manner. Thank you, Dr Pierpont!
Andrea
