Description

Familiarity with Treatment

Immediate dentures are temporary dentures that are placed immediately after the extraction of natural teeth. They serve as a temporary tooth replacement solution while the mouth heals and permanent dentures are being fabricated.

Procedure

The procedure for immediate dentures involves the following steps:

1. Extraction and Impressions: After the extraction of natural teeth, impressions of the oral structures are taken to create immediate dentures that can be placed without the patient being without teeth during the healing period.
2. Immediate Placement: The immediate dentures are positioned in the mouth immediately after the extraction of natural teeth, providing immediate tooth replacement.
3. Follow-up Adjustments: Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to make adjustments to the immediate dentures as the mouth heals and changes occur in the oral structures.

Who is it Suitable For?

Immediate dentures are suitable for individuals who are undergoing extraction of natural teeth and desire immediate tooth replacement without being without teeth during the healing period. They provide a temporary solution for maintaining oral function and aesthetics during the transition to permanent dentures.

Who is it Not Suitable For?

Immediate dentures may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical conditions or oral health issues that may affect the fit and retention of the dentures. A comprehensive evaluation by a dental professional is necessary to determine suitability for immediate dentures.

Advantages

• Immediate Tooth Replacement: Immediate dentures provide immediate tooth replacement after the extraction of natural teeth, preventing the individual from being without teeth during the healing period.
• Preservation of Facial Structure: By providing immediate tooth replacement, immediate dentures help preserve the facial structure and prevent the collapse of facial features that can occur after tooth extraction.
• Smooth Transition: Immediate dentures allow for a smooth transition to permanent dentures, as the individual is accustomed to wearing dentures during the healing period.

Complications

• Fit and Comfort: Immediate dentures may require more adjustments compared to conventional dentures due to changes in the oral structures during the healing period. This can lead to initial discomfort and the need for frequent adjustments.
• Speech and Chewing Challenges: Individuals may experience challenges with speech and chewing initially as they adapt to wearing immediate dentures. These challenges can be overcome with time and adjustments.

Preoperative Care

Preoperative care for immediate dentures involves a comprehensive evaluation by a dental professional to assess the patient’s oral health and suitability for the procedure. Impressions of the oral structures are taken to create immediate dentures that can be placed immediately after tooth extraction.

Postoperative Care

Following the placement of immediate dentures, individuals should adhere to postoperative instructions provided by their dental professional. This may include guidelines for oral hygiene, dietary restrictions, and follow-up appointments for adjustments and monitoring of the healing process.

Immediate dentures provide a temporary tooth replacement solution for individuals undergoing tooth extraction, allowing for immediate tooth replacement and a smooth transition to permanent dentures.