Having practiced since 1999, Cindy Brayer, DMD, PA, practices at Creating Smiles Dental located in St. Petersburg and Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Brayer is committed to offering her patients cutting-edge dental solutions with her experience in advanced laser dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, 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 Floridas College of Dentistry in 1999, Dr. Brayer went on to complete her residency in general dentistry at the Veterans Administration in Gainesville, Florida. She started Creating Smiles Dental in 2007, with their beautiful state-of-the-art dental facility in St. Petersburg, Florida, later adding a second location in Clearwater.
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 Vitals Patients Choice Award in 2013, and was named one of Americas Top Dentists in 2014.
Dr. Brayer is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the West Coast Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Pinellas County Dental Association. She is actively involved in American Academy of Clear Aligners (AACA), and participates in many continuing education classes to ensure her practice is incorporating the newest advances in the dental field.
Dr Brayer and her staff are the best in the Bay. Scratch that, Best in the world, seriously too! Most gentle hands, like a magician. Fillings, crowns, the whole nine yards, they are perfect! If youre looking for a Dentist, google one. If youre looking for a family to be there for you, ones with compassion, empathy and professionalism, Creating Smiles in Clearwater is who youre looking for. Call Dana and shell welcome you warmly. Stella and Jess are the best there too. Sorry to sound like a Love Fest review, but thats how you feel when youre with them. 10 Thumbs up and 5 Stars for Creating Smiles! James Rietz
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 Bachelors in Biomedical physics and minors in Psychology and Medical Physics. She then went to obtain her Masters 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, 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. Phane was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. She received her bachelors 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.
Jesseca graduated from St. Petersburg College with her Associates in Science in 2014. She then continued her education at St. Petersburg College and graduated in 2016 with her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene. She is an active member in both West Coast Dental Hygienists Association and American Dental Hygiene Association. For the West Coast Dental Hygienists Association, she is the current web designer/social media guru and also a board member. She enjoys volunteering as a Dental Hygienist in her community and giving back to those in need.
Tiffany Feger, RDH, BASDH has been in the dental field since 2001. She graduated with Honors from St. Petersburg College, School of Dental Hygiene in 2005. She has been working with Dr. Brayer and Dr. Nguyen since that time. She went on to attain her Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene Degree in May of 2007. She loves the relationships she has made with our patients here and also volunteers in our community monthly cleaning more teeth at Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP).
Jessica graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Family Consumer Sciences in Nutrition from the University of Georgia in 2005. She worked in sales for a Fortune 500 company for several years all along knowing her heart and calling was somewhere else. She proceed to go back to school and achieved her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene in 2012 from West Georgia Technical College. For many years she was active in American Board of Dental Hygiene Association in Georgia, Wisconsin and Florida.
Carly graduated with her associates degree in 2013, her associates degree in 2015, her bachelors degree in 2017, and is currently working on her masters degree. Not only is she a hygienist at our practice, but she is also an adjunct instructor for the dental hygiene program at St. Petersburg College and owns her own business with her mother, Vitamin Sea Mosaics, for fun. Outside of being a student, employee, and business owner, she is a wife, mom, and beach bum. One of her favorite hobbies is chasing the sun.
Daymar graduated from St. Petersburg Junior College in 1996 with her associates in Dental Hygiene. She is an active member of the American Dental Association and volunteers with her coworkers at various oral health events. She loves her profession and educating her patients is very important to her.
She received her degree in Dentistry from the Centro Escolar University in Manila, and promptly became an active member of the Philippine Dental Association. She practiced for several years in Angeles City, and served as the treasurer of the Angeles City Chapter of the Philippine Dental Association for three consecutive years. While running her own clinic in the city, she also received further training in Functional Jaw Orthopedics and TMJ.
Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 74 reviews
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2 years ago
Love the staff at Creating Smiles Dental! I am always pleased with my visit to their Clearwater location. Their technology is top notch, and I always leave feeling more informed about my teeth.
Amy Smith
2 years ago
Erika was outstanding! Love this place!
D. Duzen
2 years ago
The staff is great with helping you understand the insurance and making sure you are paying only what you need to. Dr. Brayer is a great dentist! She goes out of her way to help you feel more comfortable about having procedures done and talks you through the processes as she is working on you. Her support staff are awesome as well as they will talk to you before any procedure to let you know what the procedure is and what will be going on. As someone who was terrified of dentists, Dr. Brayer and her staff make it easier to go to the dentist. Thank you all, Dr. Brayer and all of the staff for making it easier and relieving the stress. You all rock!
Drew Hajduch
2 years ago
It's been a wonderful experience having my dental work done at the Creating Smiles Clearwater office. I needed to have a crown and other dental work done and Dr. Brayer and her staff have been awesome! Her attention to detail in making sure my crown would fit perfectly was really appreciated. I want to give a shout out to Jessica for that deep cleaning and putting me at ease during the process. Also, Erika and Gaby were amazing as well! They really want you to feel like you are a part of their family! FYI to all Star Wars fans, Erika is a die hard fan and loves talking all things Star Wars! It's a great place to have your dental needs taken care of in Clearwater!
Ernest Bennett
2 years ago
Best experience !! Each all of these beautiful women are very understanding and gentle and loving. I love coming here I'm glad I've chosen this place outta all place I had called. The front office will have you laughing and they make sure everything it's all good before you leave. I highly recommend everyone to come here. Xoxo
Michael Bolam
2 years ago
Erika was great, Dr Brayer is a great dentist
Melinda McClain
2 years ago
Love this dentist office. Everybody is very friendly, knowledgeable, and great atmosphere. Very modern, updated technology. I would highly recommend this dentist office.
Peter Smith
2 years ago
Update: gave this dentist . second chance to fix the mistake. NOPE! I had to come in for teeth maintenance cleaning, I send them a text to cancel the appointment. ZERO reply from them to confirm or anything. I came in the office, this woman gave ne major attitude, "I thought you cancel appointment with disgust look" excuse YOU! I haven't heard anything so I had to pay 159 for cleaning. Just do your job and be happy you took 159 from me.. god. Not pleasant visit ever in my life I had to miss several hours from work because no reply from the office! Let me startoff by saying the receptionists there are very nice and Dr. Brayers is OKAY , I only see her once. Not sure why... I was already apprehensive on returning in the future due to knowing on my 3-4 appointment this year.I didn't like the openness and lack of privacy they have inside the operating area. Definitely something I've never experienced before and it's not pleasant Since my first appointment with them, My teeth got worsen and worsen due to lack communicate and not enough information by the staff. I've spend over thousands of dollars for deep cleaning and amoung others with ZERO result! I regret going and spend lot of money there. I'm looking for other options to save my teeth.
James Webb
2 years ago
Great experience on my first visit. When I looked at my billing a month later I realized I was over charged for my out of pocket. I called and the lady was very rude and told me they billed me for thing that are not on my coat breakdown when I look at my Aetna claim. Really so I secretly charged me for things that I found out about once I called! I was over charged $60 I will never come back
Jennifer Louise
2 years ago
I love all the staff here! Everyone is so nice and make me feel welcome. Getting my teeth cleaned isn't a bad experience and thanks to Cindy, my teeth are in the best shape they have been in a long time. I'm definitely a satisfied customer!
Vitamin Sea Mosaics
2 years ago
Love this office. Always great service and if any issues at all they take care of it because they treat their patients like family. Thank you
James Webb
3 years ago
Great experience on my first visit. When I looked at my billing a month later I realized I was over charged for my out of pocket. I called and the lady was very rude and told me they billed me for thing that are not on my coat breakdown when I look at my Aetna claim. Really so I secretly charged me for things that I found out about once I called! I was over charged $60 I will never come back
Peter Smith
3 years ago
Update: gave this dentist . second chance to fix the mistake. NOPE! I had to come in for teeth maintenance cleaning, I send them a text to cancel the appointment. ZERO reply from them to confirm or anything. I came in the office, this woman gave ne major attitude, "I thought you cancel appointment with disgust look" excuse YOU! I haven't heard anything so I had to pay 159 for cleaning. Just do your job and be happy you took 159 from me.. god. Not pleasant visit ever in my life I had to miss several hours from work because no reply from the office! Let me startoff by saying the receptionists there are very nice and Dr. Brayers is OKAY , I only see her once. Not sure why... I was already apprehensive on returning in the future due to knowing on my 3-4 appointment this year.I didn't like the openness and lack of privacy they have inside the operating area. Definitely something I've never experienced before and it's not pleasant Since my first appointment with them, My teeth got worsen and worsen due to lack communicate and not enough information by the staff. I've spend over thousands of dollars for deep cleaning and amoung others with ZERO result! I regret going and spend lot of money there. I'm looking for other options to save my teeth.
James Rietz
3 years ago
Dr Brayer and her staff are the best in the Bay. Scratch that, Best in the world, seriously too! Most gentle hands, like a magician. Fillings, crowns, the whole nine yards, they are perfect! If you're looking for a Dentist, google one. If you're looking for a family to be there for you, ones with compassion, empathy and professionalism, Creating Smiles in Clearwater is who you're looking for. Call Dana and she'll welcome you warmly. Stella and Jess are the best there too. Sorry to sound like a Love Fest review, but that's how you feel when you're with them. 10 Thumbs up and 5 Stars for Creating Smiles!
Chrystal
3 years ago
Totally upfront about everything from absolute needs to what can wait which helps with planning. Small discount offered for prepay which is nice for budgeting. The office staff are nice and professional without being over the top. Carly, dental hygienist, is an absolute pleasure and eased the fear of my tween who had a previous bad experience. 100% would recommend. Dental work is expensive, they make it a palatable expense by treating you like a human.
Jennifer Louise
3 years ago
I love all the staff here! Everyone is so nice and make me feel welcome. Getting my teeth cleaned isn't a bad experience and thanks to Cindy, my teeth are in the best shape they have been in a long time. I'm definitely a satisfied customer!
Vitamin Sea Mosaics
3 years ago
Love this office. Always great service and if any issues at all they take care of it because they treat their patients like family. Thank you
Melinda McClain
3 years ago
Love this dentist office. Everybody is very friendly, knowledgeable, and great atmosphere. Very modern, updated technology. I would highly recommend this dentist office.
Chris James
3 years ago
I love this place hands down the best dental care I've had. Carly was above and beyond great! I Highly recommend this place.
Shelly Alonso
3 years ago
I was as your office for 1 hour. Your entire staff seemed confused and disorganized on the reason for my visit. I had all my paperwork filled out and copies premade of my id/insurance. I arrived exactly at 2:00pm and was in the waiting are for 30 minutes. After if was established that the email x - ray was not received my current dental physician was contacted and the panoramic x-ray was immediately sent over. I was brought back to an examination room at 2:35 and 3 different staff members floated in and out and asked me why I was there????? There was absolutely no communication on if the x-ray was received , I invited a new x-ray to be done of the area that was bothering me , I was told there was not time for that . With the current technology and years of getting x-rayed at dental offices it takes 90 seconds to take a spot x-ray. At 3pm I walked to the front office - AGAIN NO STAFF there either I had to wait 4 minutes for a person to emerge from a closed door to tell them I could not wait any longer as this was my lunch break and I was responsible of closing the office where I worked from. NOT A GOOD EXPERIENCE. I want my paperwork shredded and even there was opportunity for me to refer other staff to your office that was lost in the treatment I received as a NEW PATIENT. I am very disappointed a lost valuable work time and drive time in my workday. I hope your other patients don't have to go through this. Signed SA ---
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