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We are located at 3388 49th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710

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Welcome to Creating Smiles Dental

Cosmetic Dentists & General Dentists in St. Petersburg, FL

Hi, welcome to Creating Smiles Dental in St.Petersburg, Florida! We are committed to providing a lifetime of optimum oral health to our patients. Led by Cindy Brayer, DMD, PA, Phong Phane, DMD, and Ly Ngo, DMD, our team believes in fostering patient relationships based on mutual trust, excellent customer service, and the best patient care available.

As leaders in cosmetic dentistry, we take pride in our efforts to optimize patient comfort and minimize pain. We promise to listen to each patient that we are privileged to serve while providing professional, prevention-based, and compassionate dental care. We offer a wide range of services, including dental crowns, veneers, Invisalign®, and routine dental exams. Our expertise can help patients who suffer from gum disease, need periodontal treatment, or may require oral surgery. We encourage you to enjoy our website, taking a peek into what makes us a family!

So, What Makes Creating Smiles Dental So Great?

We’re glad you asked! Choosing a dentist is a really important decision!
Here are some reasons our patients give us 5-stars:

Preserve, Protect and Rejuvenate With Bioclear!

Bioclear is an innovative approach to cosmetic and restorative dentistry, offering a durable and natural-looking alternative to traditional fillings, bonding, or veneers. Developed by Dr. David Clark in 2007, this method outperforms conventional materials like composite, porcelain, and amalgam in both longevity and aesthetics.

Unlike traditional techniques, Bioclear is minimally invasive and preserves more of your natural tooth structure and enamel. Most treatments can be completed in a single visit, making it both efficient and convenient.

The process uses ultra-thin, clear anatomical tooth forms—known as matrices—that are placed around the tooth needing repair. A warmed composite resin is then injected into the matrix, allowing it to flow evenly around the tooth. Once set with a curing light, the matrix is removed and the restoration is polished, leaving you with a smooth, strong, and natural-looking result.

What Happens During Bioclear Treatment?

The Bioclear treatment is designed to be quick, comfortable, and highly effective. It starts with a thorough cleaning of your teeth to remove any biofilm. Then, we place ultra-thin mylar forms—called matrices—around the tooth to create the ideal shape. Next, we inject a warm, tooth-colored composite resin into the matrices. This resin flows smoothly into place and is then hardened within seconds using a special curing light. Finally, we sculpt and polish the bonded area for a beautifully smooth, natural-looking result that blends seamlessly with your smile.

What Happens During Bioclear Treatment?

Stronger and Longer Lasting

Traditional composite restorations, like cavity fillings, usually last between 2–5 years. These composites are applied in layers at room temperature, which can create visible edges at the gumline and weaken the overall structure. Over time, they require repairs or replacement.

Bioclear, however, uses a heated, flowable composite developed by 3M. This material is injected into a Bioclear Matrix, forming a monolithic fill that’s cured with light—creating a seamless, structurally superior restoration. Bioclear restorations often last 15–20 years or more.
More Natural and Aesthetic Appearance

Thanks to the anatomically shaped Bioclear Matrices and advanced polishing technique, Bioclear restorations closely mimic the natural translucency and gloss of real teeth.Unlike traditional composites that may appear matte or grainy, Bioclear finishes with a “Rock Star Polish”—a wet polishing method using a food-grade pumice slurry. This not only enhances shine but also maintains the restoration’s strength.
Preserves More of Your Natural Tooth

Traditional restorations often require significant removal of healthy tooth enamel and stop at the gumline, leading to irritation over time. Bioclear starts below the gumline and only removes unhealthy tooth structure, preserving as much of your natural tooth as possible.

The technique also includes thorough biofilm removal to ensure the heated composite bonds directly to clean enamel, boosting longevity and comfort.

Our Patients Are Our Biggest Fans!

What Our Patients Say About Us

“This is the best place to come. The dentists, desk staff and hygienists are all amazing. We have a big family and they get us all in and done quickly and without trouble. They take care of you and care about your success. The office staff really works hard if you have to cancel to find a new time that will work. Not a single complaint.”

- Morgan M

“Always have a great visit today I was in the hour and 15 minutes early and asked if I could go in sooner they took me in for a 2 o’clock appointment with a different hygienist but I was able to go in early which really helped me out everybody is usually in a very upbeat happy mood and they always give you a smile”

- John D

“My family and I moved back to AZ and were looking for a dentist. I received a flyer in the mail and decided to give them a try and I’m so happy I did. My husband and kids go to Affinity as well and they are great with the kids. The whole team is great. I’m truly blessed to have came across the flyer. We have been going for a little over a year and couldn’t be happier with the way they treat us.”

- Stephanie K

Meet Our Dentists

Dr. Cindy N Brayer, DMD, DMD

Cosmetic and General Dentist

Having practiced since 1999, Cindy Brayer, DMD, PA, practices at both of her Creating Smiles Dental offices located in St. Petersburg and Florida. Dr. Brayer is committed to offering her patients cutting-edge dental solutions with her experience in advanced laser dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, Invisalign and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Brayer received her Bachelor of Science in business administration at the University of Florida in 1995, graduating with honors. After earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Florida’s College of Dentistry in 1999, Dr. Brayer went on to complete her residency in general dentistry at the Veteran’s Administration in Gainesville, Florida. She built Creating Smiles Dental in 2007, with their beautiful state-of-the-art dental facility in St. Petersburg, Florida.

In 2012, Dr. Brayer completed an Associate Fellowship in Laser Dentistry from the World Clinical Laser Institute. She was also named in The Florida Doctor Awards in 2012, an award given to top doctors and dentists in the state of Florida. Continuing her excellence in her field, Dr. Brayer also received the Vital’s Patients’ Choice Award in 2013 and was named one of America’s Top Dentists in 2014. Besides achieving the Gold Plus Invisalign Provider status, she received the 2023 Smile Transformation Award for Best in Cosmetic Dentistry for her work combining Invisalign with cosmetic restorations.

Outside of work, Dr. Brayer stays busy at home and in her community in beautiful St. Petersburg with her husband and their three sports-playing children.

Dr. Ly Ngo, DMD

Cosmetic and General Dentist

Dr. Ngo is originally from Worthington, MN but has since transitioned to a Florida Native in 2001. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s in Biomedical physics and minors in Psychology and Medical Physics.
She then went to obtain her Master’s degree in Health and Medical Science and taught as an Adjunct Professor at Hillsborough Community College.

To fulfill her promise to her grandma and to go back to her first love, Dr. Ngo obtained her Doctorate degree at LECOM School of Dental Medicine. During her time in dental school, she held many leadership positions and tutored in all SIM lab courses. Dr. Ngo practiced in Pennsylvania for a while before heading back to the Sunshine State.

In her free time, she loves to play tennis and volleyball, learn new food recipes, and spend time with her family. Dr. Ngo would love to share her knowledge and teach again, this time in the dental field.

Dr. Phong Phane, DMD

Cosmetic and General Dentist

Phong Phane, DMD, has been practicing and providing expert dental care since 2003, now practicing at Creating Smiles Dental in St. Petersburg and Florida.

Dr. Phane was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. She received her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of South Florida in 2007, where she also minored in biology. In 2013, she completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville, with special recognition in Operative Dentistry.

She completed her dental residency at the highly regarded University of Florida College of Dentistry Advanced Education in General Dentistry in Seminole, Florida. Working alongside world-renowned dentists, she received valuable training in endodontic procedures, periodontal surgeries, advanced dentistry with occlusion, prosthodontics, TMJ disorders, and dental implants.

Committed to further developing her skills and expertise, she is a fellow in the International Congress of Implantologists and an active member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the West Coast Dental Association, and the Florida Dental Association.

To better serve the patients in her community, Dr. Phane is fluent in Lao. When she’s not working, Dr. Phane enjoys spending time with her family.