5 teeth extracted and an immediate denture

Q. I have just had 5 teeth extracted and a immediate denture fitted the front top denture tooth is lower than my own teeth will these change as my gums heal.

A. Dear L

I would expect the denture to bed down into the gum during the first week. This would move the edge of the denture tooth towards the gum. The bone around the tooth sockets will take 6-12 months to heal to a stable shape. Most people would replace the “immediate” denture after 12 months.

Please contact me for further advice should you need it.

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April 26th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Victoria Says :

I had my last 5 bottom front teeth out monday by sedation. How long do i have to wait for my gums to heal before getting new top and bottom dentures.Got a temporary plate in at moment but cant seem to stand it , its far to big using tubes of polygrip to help. please advise thankyou

April 26th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Halle Says :

Usually about 2-3 weeks but it can take longer. Your dentist should be able to initially provide you with a denture that has a soft lining until full healing occurs and you can have a more permanent denture made.

May 3rd, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Zain Says :

I have been quoted 100 per tooth to be removed 10 of them and a denture made at the cost of 1000 is this price normal.,

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