What is the difference between an immediate denture and a conventional denture?
Complete dentures can be either “conventional” or “immediate” depending on when they are made and when they are placed into your mouth. Conventional dentures are made and inserted after the remaining teeth are removed and the tissues have had time to heal. Healing may take several months. Immediate dentures are placed immediately after the removal of the remaining teeth. Dr. Metz takes measurements and makes models of your jaw during a preliminary visit. An advantage of immediate dentures is that the wearer does not have to be without teeth during the healing period. However, during the period of healing in the first several months after the removal of teeth, bones and gums can significantly shrink over time. When this happens, immediate dentures may require relining or rebasing in order to fit properly.
