You’ve been advised that you need an immediate denture. But what is it and how is it done? This information will help to explain the concepts and answer questions you might have regarding this type of denture. Your Let us guide you as to when the situation warrants immediate dentures.

WHEN IS AN IMMEDIATE DENTURE USED?

To avoid the situation of being without teeth, we will implement the immediate denture technique to keep you functioning as normally as possible.

This involves taking impressions of your mouth while your natural teeth are still present. We can then fabricate a denture in the likeness of your natural teeth, or make any necessary modifications you may wish.

When your natural teeth are extracted, your immediate denture is then inserted. In this technique, you have avoided having to go without any teeth while you go through the healing process.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IMMEDIATE DENTURES

Since it is next to impossible to try-in the denture prior to extracting your teeth, certain esthetic compromises might be necessary. This doesn’t present any significant problems, and the results we have attained have been astonishing.

It is important to follow the postoperative instructions, and it is never a bad idea to call us with any questions you may have during the recovery period.

As healing occurs, the oral tissues recede so denture adjustments maybe required. Follow-up appointments are necessary to maintain the best fit and comfort. A temporary liner or tissue conditioner may be placed in the denture for temporary relief as well. During the next few months, bone and gum tissue will probably continue to shrink to some degree; however, the rate of change decreases with time. This is a natural occurrence, which is to be expected but can be reduced or stopped through implant retained procedures. After the healing process is complete, either a new permanent full denture(s) will be made or your denture(s) will be relined or rebased to ensure the most comfortable fit possible.

Contact us today and see if an immediate denture is the right option for you.