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Q: What is an immediate denture?
A: An immediate denture is one that is made before teeth are removed and is inserted immediately after tooth removal so that a patient does not have to go for a long period without any teeth. Since an immediate denture is placed over tooth extraction sites right after the procedure, it can help prevent swelling. A number of post-operation visits to the dentist are required to check on the healing process and to make any needed adjustments to the denture. The healing process after substantial tooth extraction can take several months.
Because the shape of the mouth will change after it heals, dentures generally need to be evaluated every three months and adjusted so that they continue to fit properly. Conventional dentures are made and inserted after teeth have been removed and the healing process is complete.
With proper care, a set of dentures should last a long time. They will need, however, as mentioned above, occasional relining or rebasing to accommodate the natural changes in your mouth. Talk with your dentist about the benefits and types of dentures.
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