Dentures are a long time and worthwhile investment for your mouth and having a set made can take some time. From the initial assessment to the fitting, it can take some time to get them made because they are customized to fit your mouth and made especially for you. No one else would ever be able to wear your dentures because they are made based on the measurements and impressions of your mouth. Because they are so customized, many people who need a full set of dentures-top and bottom teeth do not want to be without teeth for long periods.
In the meantime, there is a solution- same-day dentures. Same-day dentures, which are also known as immediate dentures, are given to you the same day your teeth are extracted and you go home with a brand-new set of teeth. This is very helpful for people who work in customer service or need to talk to people frequently and would feel self-conscious with a toothless mouth which is completely understandable. Our teeth do a lot of work therefore, having to adjust to having no teeth as you wait for your full set of dentures to be made can be a huge inconvenience and a deterrent to getting them in the first place. Same-day dentures are a great solution for anyone who relies on their smile and teeth.
The main benefit of getting same-day dentures is the saved time and convenience of getting a full set of teeth the same day. The main drawback of same-day dentures is that your gums will change shape as they heal from tooth extraction. This can impact the long-term fit of your dentures which may become harder to achieve. Same-day dentures often come at the cost of visiting your denturist for relines and adjustments more frequently than patients with traditional dentures. Same-day dentures also need replacing sooner than traditional dentures.
The benefit of traditional dentures is that your gums will have healed by the time you get them. This allows for your dentures to be crafter perfectly for your healed mouth resulting from a better fit immediately with fewer adjustment appointments. Due to this, your dentures may last longer and maybe be more comfortable. The huge drawback of this is that, depending on your gums and how many teeth you may need to be extracted, it can take months for your mouth to heal. During that period, you would not have replacement teeth for the teeth that were extracted.
This is why for a full set of dentures both top and bottom teeth, many people opt for same-day dentures as they do not want to wait months to get them. Both traditional and same-day dentures have perks and drawbacks. Getting used to a new set of dentures can take some time whether they are same-day or traditional. Dentures can be life-changing and provide you with the confidence you need along with basic activities like chewing food.
It is normal to experience some discomfort when your dentures are new. It can take days or even weeks for your mouth and gums to adjust to your new dentures. With same-day dentures, your gums are still healing therefore some tenderness in your gums is to be expected. When you are getting used to them, rinse your mouth with salt and warm water to alleviate any pain and reduce the risk of infection. If the pain persists or gets worse, always contact your doctor or health care professional at the earliest.
