What Are Same-Day Dentures?

Most dental issues require several office visits to be resolved. For instance, you may need to return two weeks after a root canal to get the final filling or re-visit several weeks after for the placement of your final denture. During this time, using same-day dentures in Lexington, KY, is key to prevent further damage.

Same-day dentures act as a replacement for your final prosthetics while you wait for your mouth to heal and the inflammation caused by a tooth extraction goes down. We created this article to help you understand how same-day technology works and what benefits it offers for your denture’s development.

What Are Same-Day Dentures?

Same-day dentures, sometimes referred to as "immediate dentures," "dentures in a day," or "temporary dentures," are temporary replacements that you can wear while waiting for your permanent ones to develop.  Similarly to CEREC® same-day crowns, they allow patients to receive their dentures the same day the tooth is extracted.

Patients getting dentures may often have one or two decayed teeth that need extracting to avoid further infections and to make room for the new arch of teeth. After removal, it’s necessary to wait a few weeks, or even months, until the mouth heals.  

The Extraction and Healing Process

We wait until your mouth has fully healed to make the permanent dentures, as your mouth may look slightly different after extraction surgery once the inflammation has subsided. During this time, your dentist might suggest same-day dentures.

However, no one wants to walk around with a smile full of holes in the meantime! Besides the aesthetic concerns, eating without a functional denture can cause significant discomfort for those with a history of sensitive teeth and gums, making it harder for the wound to heal.

Common Issues You May Face Without Dentures

Other consequences of lacking a proper denture after surgery are:

• Gums irritation,
• Enhanced sensitivity,
• Placing too much strain when chewing on your existing teeth,
• Having trouble eating,
• Having trouble speaking,
• Jawbone loss (which requires dental implants to be fixed).

One-day dentures can help avoid these issues.

What Are the Benefits of Immediate Dentures?

Same-day dentures play a crucial role in improving aesthetics and maintaining your oral health.  You will not have gaps in your teeth because you can wear them straight out of the dentist's office. They will also help you get used to eating and speaking again after you receive your new teeth. Additionally, they support the integrity of the tissue and the health of your mouth's joints and muscles.

Get Same-Day Dentures in Lexington, KY

The lifespan of dentures can vary. On average, they may need replacement every 5 to 10 years if you take proper care of them and clean them regularly. Whether you need a full new set of dentures or your current prosthetics need a replacement, same-day dentures hold their place while your permanent restoration is being developed.  

Here at Georgetown Sedation Dentistry, we strive to make our treatments the most comfortable experience possible. That’s why we believe in incorporating technology that enables us to get everything in our dental practice so patients don’t have to be referred anywhere.

If you’re interested in getting a high-quality dental treatment done in one day, reach out!