What is the primary advantage of immediate dentures?

Immediate dentures provide a unique advantage by allowing a patient to maintain their appearance and function right after the extraction of teeth. The primary benefit of immediate dentures is that they prevent the patient from being without teeth during the healing process. This can greatly enhance the patient’s psychological comfort and social interactions, as they do not have to deal with the discomfort of being edentulous, which can be especially distressing.

While factors such as cost, pain management, and healing time may also be considerations in the decision-making process regarding dentures, the immediate restoration of teeth following extractions is crucial for many patients. This can provide a sense of normalcy and confidence during an otherwise challenging time of transition in their oral health care.