If you have been putting off getting fitted for dentures because you are afraid of living without teeth for an extended time, then chances are you haven’t heard of same day dentures in Surrey.
Same day dentures are changing lives. This innovative product allows patients to go how with a custom-fitted denture appliance the same day teeth are removed, eliminating the embarrassing and uncomfortable gap between surgery, appliance fabrication, and finally receiving your dentures.
Sound too good to be true? Here’s how getting same day dentures in Surrey works.
The name same day dentures seem to imply that your denture appliance is made for you on the spot, the day your teeth are removed. In reality, before your appliance is fabricated and before your teeth are removed, you’ll have three to five visits with your denturist.
Your initial appointment will simply be a consultation where your denturists will verify your suitability for same-day dentures and go over the procedure’s details. During the next appointments, impressions will be taken of your mouth and jaw, and your denture appliance will be made. Finally, you will have the opportunity to select the colour of your new teeth and see the final product.
If you are getting a complete denture, your back teeth may be removed before your front teeth. This is done to allow for extra healing time, helping to ensure a comfortable fit for your denture. Your dentists may even have you try on the back portion of your denture before the full set is made.
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During your final appointment, the remaining teeth will be removed, and you will be fitted with your same day denture, ready to wear it home right away.
Pros and Cons of Same Day Dentures
Like any great product, there are pros and cons to same day dentures.
The greatest benefit to same day dentures is never having to be without your visible teeth. Because you will still have all your teeth (partial denture) or most of your teeth (full dentures), there is no need to adjust your diet or feel embarrassed about your missing teeth. In addition, same-day dentures can help protect your gums post-surgery.
However, same day dentures are not right for everyone. They typically cost more than traditional dentures and may require several appointments for refitting after gums have fully healed. In addition, immediately following extraction, the denture may be uncomfortable to wear but must remain in for at least 24 hours.
Some patients may not be suitable candidates for same day dentures at all, due to the structure of their jawbone.
Other Denture Options
For patients who decide same day dentures are not right for them, there are several alternatives your denturists may recommend.
Traditional dentures are still one of the most used tooth replacement options available. Compared to same day dentures, they cost less, and because they are fitted after teeth have been removed, and gums have healed, they often provide a more comfortable fit.
For patients looking for a permanent tooth replacement alternative, implant dentures have become increasingly popular. Unlike a traditional denture supported by an acrylic prosthetic, implant dentures are supported by fixed dental implants. Once in place, they are only removable by a dental professional.
Bridges and implant-supported bridges are good alternative options for patients who do not need to remove all their teeth. A traditional bridge is removable, where an implant bridge is permanent.
Same day dentures in Surrey provide an affordable, convenient option for patients concerned with living without teeth while their denture appliance is fabricated. For more information, it’s best to book an appointment with your preferred denturist.
