Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Baton Rouge
Since 1963, BR Dentistry has been dedicated to providing exceptional dental care in the Baton Rouge community. Founded by Dr. Donald Perrere and continued by Drs. Daniel Bankhead and Nicholas Rauber, our practice combines decades of experience with a commitment to patient-centered care. We specialize in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, utilizing advanced technology like CEREC for same-day crowns and digital impressions.Our team prioritizes patient comfort, offering personalized attention, early morning and late afternoon appointments, and a welcoming family atmosphere. With a focus on preventive care and innovative treatments, we strive to make every visit stress-free and enjoyable, ensuring long-lasting oral health for generations of patients.
Services
Dental Bridges
Dental Veneers
Teeth Whitening
Root Canal Therapy
Dental Crowns
Dental Fillings
Dental Implants
Preventive Care
Dental Bonding
Dental Extraction
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry
- Our team provides personalized care with a family-oriented atmosphere
- We utilize CEREC technology for efficient same-day dental crowns
- Our staff maintains strict punctuality for every appointment
- We prioritize patient comfort with amenities like blankets and neck pillows
What people say
Warm and welcoming
Outstanding employees
Great experience
Top quality
Highly recommend
Services
Dental Bridges
Our dental bridges restore missing teeth using custom-crafted restorations that blend naturally with your smile. We offer conventional, implant-supported, and Maryland bridges using durable materials like porcelain and zirconia. Our digital impression technology ensures precise fit and optimal bite alignment for long-lasting functionality.
Dental Veneers
We create customized porcelain veneers to transform your smile by correcting discoloration, chips, and misalignment. Our thin, stain-resistant shells bond securely to tooth surfaces, providing both aesthetic enhancement and structural reinforcement for a natural-looking smile transformation.
Teeth Whitening
Our teeth whitening solutions effectively remove stains caused by food, drink, and aging. We offer in-office treatments, custom take-home trays, and desensitizing options to address sensitivity concerns. Our dentists use professional-grade hydrogen peroxide formulas to safely achieve brighter, more confident smiles.
Root Canal Therapy
We perform root canal therapy to save infected teeth using advanced techniques that minimize discomfort. Our dentists carefully remove inflamed tissue, disinfect root canals, and seal teeth to prevent reinfection. Most procedures can be completed in one visit with local anesthesia for your comfort.
Same-Day Crowns
Our CEREC technology creates custom dental crowns in one visit using precision CAD/CAM design and milling. We prepare teeth, fabricate restorations, and complete placements in a single appointment, eliminating the need for temporary crowns and multiple office visits.
People
Daniel O. Bankhead
Dentist
Dr. Bankhead has practiced dentistry since 1990, graduating from Louisiana State University with dental honors. He leads BR Dentistry with a commitment to quality care and community service.
Nicholas J. Rauber
Dentist
Dr. Rauber graduated from LSU School of Dentistry with academic distinction. He brings expertise in cosmetic dentistry and founded the charitable Swollfest Fishing Rodeo event.
Amy Marshall
Dental Hygienist
Amy Marshall provides professional dental hygiene services with attention to patient comfort. She graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in 2009 and specializes in preventive care.
Tricia Hollis
Practice Manager
Tricia oversees office operations with extensive dental management experience. She also serves as Executive Director for the Swollfest charitable organization.
Questions
What dental services does BR Dentistry offer?
We provide general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry including cleanings, crowns, bridges, veneers, teeth whitening, implants, and emergency care.
Do you offer same-day dental crowns?
Yes, we use CEREC technology to create custom crowns in one visit with digital design and in-office milling.
Are emergency dental appointments available?
We prioritize dental emergencies and work to accommodate urgent cases promptly during regular business hours.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday-Wednesday 7am-5pm, Thursday 7am-1pm, and closed Friday-Saturday.
Do your dentists accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients and offer comprehensive initial examinations with personalized treatment planning.