Same-day dentures are placed in the mouth after tooth extractions, but are not made in a single day. They reduce swelling and bleeding, prevent bone resorption, and allow patients to eat and talk normally. However, they require follow-up appointments for adjustments and may become loose over time. They are more expensive and not suitable for all patients.
Same-day dentures are dentures that are placed in the mouth on the same day as a series of tooth extractions. They are also known as one day, immediate or temporary implants. The patient uses dentures while the mouth heals from extractions and later receives a new denture or has the original denture relined. Receiving same-day dentures can be expensive, but there are a number of benefits for the patient.
In this particular case, “same day” is a bit of a misnomer. Prostheses are not made in a single day. Instead, the patient has an appointment prior to extractions so that a series of measurements can be taken and the patient can choose the desired style of implant. A laboratory makes the implants, with any special features recommended by the dentist, such as a surgical stent, and then ships them to the oral surgeon who will perform the extractions.
On the day of the extractions, the teeth in question are removed and the prosthesis is inserted immediately. Swelling and bleeding are reduced with the prosthesis, and the support provided to the jaw also helps prevent bone resorption, where part of the jawbone is reabsorbed into the body. Resorption can change the patient’s appearance and can also lead to discomfort.
There are a number of benefits to same-day dentures. Patients who receive same-day dentures do not need extractions, spend several weeks waiting for them to heal, and then adjust for a denture. They won’t need to learn to talk without dentures and can eat a variety of foods that aren’t normally available right after an extraction. Some people also feel socially awkward after extractions and appreciate being able to put on a prosthesis right away.
The downside is that as the jaw heals, the patient will need a series of appointments to check the fit of the dentures. It may be necessary to reline the prosthesis for maximum comfort. Over time, as the jaw remodels in the wake of extractions, the dentures won’t fit as well. Eventually, they will be so loose that the patient cannot wear them comfortably. New dentures will need to be fitted, or your dentist may be able to reline the braces so that they fit correctly.
Not all patients are candidates for same-day replacement. If a dentist thinks it would be a good fit for a patient, the option can be discussed. Patients should be aware that these prostheses tend to be more expensive.
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