Immediate Dentures: Your Teeth in a Day Solution
Experiencing the discomfort and embarrassment of missing or decayed teeth can significantly impact your confidence and oral health. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait long to restore your smile. With immediate dentures – also known as temporary dentures, you can receive a new set of teeth on the same day your teeth are extracted. At Vallance Dental Centre, we provide this innovative treatment to help you regain your beautiful smile, confidence, and overall oral health without delay. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about immediate dentures.
What Are Immediate Dentures?
Immediate dentures, also known as temporary dentures, are either complete or partial dentures inserted immediately after tooth extraction. These dentures are custom-designed before your tooth removal appointment, ensuring you don’t have to endure a toothless period while your gums and jawbone heal. Unlike traditional dentures, immediate dentures serve as a temporary solution during your healing period. After healing, you will receive a final or permanent set of dentures.
Immediate dentures offer several advantages. They immediately fill the gaps left by extracted teeth, provide protection for your gums during the healing process, and minimize gum bleeding. They also ensure you have functional teeth from the day of extraction, making the transition to permanent dentures smoother.
Temporary Dentures: Understanding the Process
Temporary dentures in the UK are designed to be a short-term solution while you wait for your custom permanent dentures to be fabricated. These temporary dentures are not as precisely fitted as permanent ones, but they provide an essential role in maintaining your oral function and aesthetics during the healing period.
Before and After Immediate Dentures
Observe the transformative difference immediate dentures can make by viewing these before and after images:
Check out this video to see an immediate partial denture being fitted right after 4 extractions:
Advantages of Immediate Dentures:
- Teeth in a Day: No need to navigate the world without teeth while you heal. Your full smile is restored on the same day as your extraction.
- Improved Appearance: Maintain your facial structure and avoid the sunken look that can occur post tooth loss, ensuring you look your best as you heal.
Disadvantages:
- Initial Fit Adjustments: Your immediate dentures may require adjustments as your mouth heals and changes shape. You might need a second set of dentures, known as “definitive dentures” after complete healing.
- Additional Cost: Immediate dentures can be pricier than traditional ones because extractions are involved. However, understanding the costs involved is essential and you can review our dental charges for more clarity.
- Temporary Solution: Remember, immediate dentures are a temporary solution. Transitioning to a permanent set post-healing is necessary, involving additional time and expense.
To find out more about the process of constructing an immediate denture, visit our immediate denture page.
Transitioning from Immediate to Definitive Dentures
Once healed, your dentist will take fresh impressions to create a definitive or permanent set of dentures, tailored to fit your healed gums and jawbone, ensuring your utmost comfort and oral health. Transitioning to your permanent dentures is a crucial step to ensure the longevity and health of your new smile.
For more information, visit our immediate denture page.
Meet Dr. Steph: A Master in Denture Craftsmanship
When it comes to creating the perfect-fitting dentures, the role of the dentist is paramount. Meet Dr. Steph, a professional with a Special Interest in Removable Prosthodontics. Dr. Steph’s remarkable skill and painstaking attention to detail have established her as a leader in creating superb fitting dentures.
Her commitment to excellence has not only contributed significantly to patient care at Vallance Dental Centre but has also inspired other dentists and technicians through her teaching in the field. This passion and expertise make her an invaluable part of our team, ensuring we provide some of the best dentures in the North West.
Ready for Your Transformation?
Embark on your journey to regain your beautiful smile with Dr. Steph and the team at Vallance Dental Centre. Experience the blend of comfort, aesthetics, and function with our immediate dentures. Your path to a radiant and confident smile begins here. Get in touch with us today and let us help you smile again!
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