Immediate Dentures Tewantin
If you need to have teeth extracted, immediate dentures mean you don’t have to go without teeth while your mouth heals. They are prepared before your teeth are removed and fitted at the time of extraction, helping you continue eating, speaking and smiling with confidence.
At Tewantin Family Dental, the process is made easier by having both your dentist and dental prosthetist in the same clinic. Our in-house dental prosthetist, Rob Arthur, has over 20 years of experience designing and fitting dentures and works closely with our Tewantin dentists to plan your extractions and immediate denture, with follow-up care and adjustments as your mouth heals.
What Are Immediate Dentures?
Immediate dentures are temporary replacement teeth made before your teeth are removed and fitted immediately after your extraction.
Because your gums and underlying bone change shape as they heal, your immediate denture may require adjustments or relining to maintain a good comfortable fit. The extent and timing of these changes differs from person to person, which is why follow-up appointments are an important part of the process.
Once healing is complete, Rob can assess the fit of your denture and discuss whether relining, rebasing or making a new denture is the most appropriate next step.
Who Are Immediate Dentures For?
Immediate dentures may be an option if you need teeth removed and don’t want to spend the healing period missing teeth.
They may be an option if you:
Need one, several or all of your teeth removed
Would prefer to avoid visible gaps while your mouth heals
Want your replacement teeth fitted immediately after your extraction
Understand that adjustments or relining may be needed as your mouth heals
Every mouth is different, so Rob will assess your teeth, gums and denture needs and explain whether immediate dentures are suitable for you.
Immediate Denture Process
Immediate dentures need to be planned before your teeth are removed. At Tewantin Family Dental, your dentist and dental prosthetist can work together throughout the process, so you don't need to organise your extractions at one clinic and your denture treatment at another.
1. Consultation and Assessment
Rob assesses your mouth and denture needs, then works with your dentist to plan your treatment and any extractions.
2. Impressions or digital scans
Rob takes impressions and carefully plans your immediate denture so it is ready for your extraction appointment
3. Tooth Removal and Denture Fitting
Rob sends your completed denture to your treating dentist, ready to be fitted immediately after your teeth are extracted.
4. Follow-Up and Adjustments
Your first review will be arranged soon after fitting. As your mouth heals, Rob can check your denture and make any adjustments or relines that may be needed.
What to Expect After Getting Immediate Dentures
Getting used to an immediate denture takes time, particularly because your mouth is also recovering from tooth extractions. Eating and speaking may feel different at first, and the fit of your denture can change as your gums heal.
Regular follow-up appointments allow Rob to check the fit and make adjustments when needed to keep your denture as comfortable as possible.
Immediate Dentures vs Traditional Dentures
The main difference between immediate and traditional dentures is when they’re made and fitted. Here’s how the two options compare and what that means during the healing process. Rob will talk you through both options and help you decide which is best suited to your needs.
Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures give you replacement teeth on the same day your teeth are extracted, so you don’t have to go without teeth while your mouth heals.
Made before your teeth are removed
Fitted straight after your extraction
Replacement teeth in place while you heal
Impressions taken before your extraction
Made to fit your mouth before extraction
Adjustments and relines may be needed as you heal
Traditional Dentures
Traditional dentures are an option for patients who prefer to wait until their mouth has healed before having their new dentures made.
Made after your teeth are removed
Fitted after your mouth has healed
No replacement teeth while you heal
Impressions taken after your gums have healed
Made to fit the shape of your healed mouth
Fewer adjustments may be needed after fitting
How Much Do Immediate Dentures Cost?
The cost of immediate dentures will depend on the type of denture you need, how many teeth are being replaced and any other dental treatment involved.
For example, if you have 3 teeth extracted and need a 3-tooth immediate denture, the denture cost starts from $1,071.
As a guide, immediate denture pricing is:
Full upper or lower denture — $2,040
Resin partial denture — from $1,218, plus teeth and clasps
Chrome partial denture — from $2,034, plus teeth and clasps
Full upper and lower dentures — $3,726
At your consultation, Rob will assess your needs and provide a clear treatment plan and quote so you know exactly what to expect before going ahead.
Immediate Denture Adjustments & Relines
As your gums and jaw heal after tooth removal, the shape of your mouth changes. Because your immediate denture was made before these changes occurred, it's normal for the fit to change during healing.
You may notice your denture:
Feels looser than it did initially
Moves when eating or speaking
Causes pressure points or sore areas
Doesn't feel as secure
Rob can make adjustments as your mouth heals, and may recommend a denture reline to improve the fit. Once healing is complete, Rob can assess whether further adjustments, another reline or a new denture is the most appropriate next step.
Your Dentist & Dental Prosthetist in One Clinic
Immediate dentures involve both tooth extractions and denture care, so your dentist and dental prosthetist need to work closely together.
At Tewantin Family Dental, our in-house dental prosthetist, Rob Arthur, works directly with our dentists to plan and coordinate your treatment in one clinic.
Already have a dentist? Rob can coordinate with them and provide your completed immediate denture ready for your extraction appointment.
Rob consults at Tewantin Family Dental on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Other appointment times may be available by arrangement.
Talk to Rob About Immediate Dentures
If you know you need teeth removed, talk to Rob about immediate dentures before your extraction appointment. He can assess your denture needs and work with our dentists to plan your extractions and replacement teeth.
Denture appointments with Rob are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, or by appointment.
Immediate Dentures FAQs
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Immediate dentures are designed to be fitted at the time your teeth are removed, so you don’t have to be without teeth while your mouth heals.
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Both your extractions and your denture need to be planned before treatment. At Tewantin Family Dental, our dentists and in-house dental prosthetist Rob can work together on your treatment, so you don't need to organise separate appointments at different practices.
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The timeframe depends on the type of immediate denture you need.
Approximate timing for immediate dentures are:
Full upper or lower - 5 weeks
Full upper and lower - 3 weeks
Resin partial dentures - 5 weeks
Chrome partial dentures - 6 weeks
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Your gums and jaw change shape as they heal following tooth removal. Because your immediate denture was made before these changes occurred, it can gradually become looser. Rob can adjust or reline the denture when appropriate to improve its fit.
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They may. As your gums heal and change shape, a denture reline can help the existing denture fit more closely against your gums. Rob will monitor the fit and recommend adjustments or a reline when appropriate.
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Not straight away, you’ll need to start with soft foods and slowly introduce a big juicy steak down the track. Eating will feel different at first while you're getting used to your denture and your mouth is healing from the extractions and the muscles in your mouth strengthen.
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Once your dentist advises it’s safe to eat, start with soft foods such as scrambled eggs, yoghurt, mashed vegetables, soft pasta, flaky fish and cooled soup. Cut food into small pieces, chew slowly on both sides and gradually introduce firmer foods as your mouth heals and you become more comfortable with your denture. Avoid very hot, hard, sticky or chewy foods at first.