Dental Bridges in Wichita

Helping to Restore Your Smile

If you are missing one or more of your teeth, you may want to consider getting a dental bridge to help maintain the appearance and function of your teeth. Dr. Brick Scheer is experienced in designing and applying dental bridges where there are gaps in your smile.

To schedule a consultation and learn more about how you can replace your missing teeth, please call Scheer Dentistry at (316) 333-6214. Our Wichita dental bridges experts can help restore your smile’s beautiful look.

Is a Dental Bridge Right for You?

If you are missing a single tooth or multiple teeth in a row, we may recommend a dental bridge to restore your smile. A bridge is a fixed dental restoration, meaning it is non-removable. The dental bridge is anchored in place through the use of two dental crowns, which are custom-made to fit your smile and are placed on the teeth or dental implants next to the space left by the missing tooth. These crowns hold the artificial tooth in place to restore your smile, ensuring that your restoration will not easily shift or come loose. It typically requires only two visits to our practice to complete a dental bridge. Our Wichita dental bridges are designed to last for many years and to restore the function, beauty, and health of your smile.

Our dentist may recommend a dental bridge to improve your smile by:

• Restoring your ability to speak, eat and chew normally
• Alleviating excess stress on the bite
• Improving the shape and volume of your face
• Replacing an unwanted removable partial denture
• Preventing the remaining natural teeth from moving out of position
• Enhancing the appearance of your smile

Dental bridges are a valuable solution for individuals missing one or more teeth, serving to both restore the aesthetic appearance of the smile and enhance oral functionality. Dr. Brick Scheer and his dedicated team at Scheer Dentistry are here to help you determine whether custom Wichita dental bridges are the right choice for restoring your smile after tooth loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the procedure for a dental bridge be painful?

At Scheer Dentistry, your comfort is our priority. During the preparation of the abutment teeth, we use local anesthesia to numb the area completely. You may feel some mild pressure, but you shouldn't feel pain. Afterward, some minor sensitivity is normal, but this typically subsides within a few days as you adjust to the new restoration.

How does a bridge affect my ability to eat and speak?

Missing teeth can cause a lisp or make chewing difficult. A dental bridge restores the natural structure of your bite, which actually improves speech clarity and allows you to eat a wider variety of foods. We recommend starting with softer foods for a few days until your mouth acclimates to the bridge.

Will a dental bridge look natural compared to my other teeth?

Yes. One of the advantages of modern restorative dentistry is the ability to custom-match the shade and shape of the bridge to your existing teeth. At Scheer Dentistry, we take detailed impressions and color matches to ensure that the bridge blends in seamlessly, making it virtually indistinguishable from your natural smile.

For more information regarding dental bridges in Wichita, call (316) 333-6214 or contact us online today.