Immediate Dentures
Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures are a convenient solution for patients who need tooth extractions and want to avoid being without teeth. They are placed immediately after your teeth are removed, allowing you to maintain your smile, appearance, and confidence throughout the healing process.
Before your procedure, detailed impressions of your mouth are taken to create custom immediate dentures. Once your teeth are extracted, the dentures are inserted the same day, providing immediate function and a natural-looking smile while your gums heal. As your mouth changes during recovery, follow-up adjustments or a reline may be recommended to ensure a comfortable, secure fit.
What You Should Know About Immediate Dentures
Because immediate dentures are made before your teeth are removed, their fit cannot be fully tested in advance. As your gums heal and naturally change shape, adjustments or a denture reline may be needed to improve comfort, stability, and function. Regular follow-up visits help ensure your immediate dentures continue to fit properly and provide the best long-term results.
After Extraction
After your tooth extraction, carefully follow all post-operative instructions to support proper healing. As your gums and jawbone heal, they naturally shrink and change shape, making regular follow-up appointments important to monitor your progress and maintain the best denture fit.
During the healing period, temporary liners or tissue conditioners may be used to improve the comfort and fit of your immediate denture. These may require adjustments or replacement as your mouth changes. Once healing is complete, a permanent denture reline is typically recommended for a secure, long-lasting fit.
- Personalized guidance throughout your healing process
- Temporary liners and relines as needed
- Ongoing adjustments for improved comfort and stability
- Schedule follow-up visits to maintain the best denture fit