Immediate dentures offer several advantages in the tooth replacement process. This lesson covers the benefits of immediate dentures and outlines the steps involved in their creation and placement.

Advantages of Immediate Dentures

• Patients never appear in public without teeth
• Easier to duplicate the shape, color, and arrangement of natural teeth
• Acts as a protective barrier after extraction, reducing bleeding and protecting tissues

Immediate Denture Process (2-3 weeks)

1. 1

   Initial Impression

   This first appointment lasts about 1 hour. Initial impressions are taken before any necessary extractions are performed.

2. 2

   Extraction and Delivery

   This 1-2 hour appointment involves necessary tooth extractions followed by immediate delivery of the denture. The patient and doctor will approve the aesthetics and fit.

3. 3

   Adjustment

   This final 15-20 minute appointment occurs after the patient has worn the dentures for 2-3 days. Any sore spots are identified and addressed.

The immediate denture process is significantly shorter than the standard denture process, typically taking only 2-3 weeks from start to finish.