Immediate Dentures: Leave with a Complete Smile
Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures are custom-made prosthetic teeth placed on the same day as tooth extractions, allowing you to maintain your smile without waiting for the healing process to be completed. Before your extraction appointment, detailed impressions of your teeth and gums are taken to create dentures that fit comfortably and look natural. Immediate dentures help restore appearance, support daily functions such as speaking and eating, and provide confidence throughout the healing period. As your gums heal, adjustments or relines may be recommended to ensure the best long-term fit and comfort.
What to Know About Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures provide a convenient way to maintain your smile immediately after tooth extraction, but there are important factors to consider. Because the dentures are created before your teeth are removed, minor adjustments may be needed after placement to improve fit and comfort. As your gums and jawbone heal, natural changes in the tissues can affect how the dentures fit, making periodic relines or adjustments necessary. Understanding these factors helps ensure realistic expectations and a successful transition to your new smile.
After Tooth Extraction
Proper care following tooth extraction is essential for successful healing and the long-term fit of your immediate dentures. As your gums and jawbone naturally heal and reshape, the fit of your dentures may change over time. Regular follow-up appointments allow your dentist to monitor healing, make necessary adjustments, and ensure continued comfort and function. Temporary liners or tissue conditioners may be recommended during the healing process, while a permanent denture reline is often needed once healing is complete to achieve the most secure and comfortable fit.
- Follow all post-operative instructions carefully to support proper healing.
- Attend scheduled follow-up visits to monitor your recovery and denture fit.
- Temporary denture adjustments or relines may be needed during healing.
- A permanent denture reline is typically recommended after healing is complete.
- Contact our office if you experience discomfort, sore spots, or concerns about your dentures.