Immediate dentures are dentures that are used as a temporary measure to allow the gums to heal after teeth have been extracted and before the permanent sets of dentures are fixed. Though immediate dentures are used immediately after the teeth have been extracted, they still allow the gums to heal properly without people having to spend weeks without any teeth. It can take several weeks or even months for the gums to heal and the new dentures to be fitted. Though it can seem that they are simply adding more cost to the procedure, it is not an attractive prospect for anyone to be without teeth for this period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you are wearing immediate dentures, you will be advised to see your dentist on a regular basis. This allows your dentist to monitor your progress and keep an eye on your gums. Your dentist will also check the fit of the dentures and they may adjust them (known as relining) if the dentures become loose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n