Same-day dentures, also known as immediate dentures or temporary dentures, are dentures that are fabricated and placed on the same day that your natural teeth are extracted. They are designed to be a temporary solution while your gums heal and your permanent dentures are being made. Here’s how same-day dentures differ from normal dentures and why patients may consider getting them:
- Timing: Same-day dentures are placed immediately after the extraction of your natural teeth, while normal dentures are typically fitted weeks or months after the extraction. This means that with same-day dentures, you don’t have to go without teeth during the healing process.
- Healing and Adjustment Period: After tooth extraction, your gums and jawbone need time to heal and adjust. During this period, the shape and size of your gums will change. Same-day dentures accommodate these changes by being made in advance based on measurements taken before the extraction. However, it’s important to note that immediate dentures may require adjustments as your gums heal and shrink over time.
- Esthetics and Confidence: Same-day dentures provide immediate esthetic improvement, allowing you to have a full set of teeth right after your extractions. This can be particularly beneficial for patients who are concerned about their appearance and want to regain their confidence and ability to smile, speak, and eat comfortably without a significant delay.
- Temporary Solution: Same-day dentures serve as a temporary solution while your gums heal and your permanent dentures are being made. They are not custom-made to fit your mouth precisely, as they are fabricated in advance. Once your gums have fully healed and stabilized, we create a set of custom-fitted
permanent dentures for your mouth, providing optimal comfort and function. - Transition and Adaptation: Same-day dentures allow you to transition to wearing dentures more smoothly. They give you an opportunity to get accustomed to the feeling of wearing dentures and adjust to speaking and eating with them. This gradual adaptation can make the transition to permanent dentures easier when the time comes.
It’s important to note that while same-day dentures offer immediate teeth replacement, they are temporary in nature and may not provide the same level of comfort, fit, and customization as permanent dentures. However, they can be a valuable interim solution to maintain your appearance, functionality, and confidence during healing.
Patients may consider getting same-day dentures to avoid the discomfort and embarrassment of being without teeth while their gums heal. They provide immediate esthetic improvement and restore basic oral functions, allowing patients to resume their daily activities without a prolonged waiting period. Same-day dentures can be a beneficial option for those who prefer to have a temporary set of teeth as they transition to permanent dentures and adjust to life with dentures.