Immediate Dentures Placed The Day Of Extraction
For most people facing extractions, the hardest part is not the procedure. It is the question nobody wants to ask out loud: will I have to go around without teeth while my gums heal?
You will not. Immediate dentures, which many patients know as same day dentures, are made in advance and placed the same day your teeth are removed. You walk out with a complete smile.
What "Same Day Dentures" Actually Means
This phrase gets used loosely in dental advertising, so it is worth being precise about it. It does not mean we manufacture a finished, permanent denture in a single appointment.
What it means is that your denture is designed and fabricated ahead of time, using impressions and measurements taken before your extractions. On the day of your procedure, the teeth come out and the denture goes in during the same visit. There is no in-between period where you are without teeth.
That distinction matters because of what happens next. Your gums and the underlying bone change shape considerably as they heal from extractions, over a period of months rather than weeks. A denture that fits perfectly on day one will not fit the same way at week twelve, and that is expected rather than a problem with the denture. It is simply the nature of healing.
So an immediate denture serves two purposes at once. It gives you teeth and normal appearance throughout healing, and it protects the extraction sites while they close.
Who Immediate Dentures Are Right For
Immediate dentures make sense for most patients who are having remaining teeth removed and moving to a full or partial denture. They are particularly worth considering if:
You cannot take time away from work or public life
Nobody wants to explain a healing mouth at the office. An immediate denture removes that consideration entirely.
You have front teeth being removed
The cosmetic difference is significant, and this is where patients feel it most.
You would find going without teeth genuinely distressing
That is a legitimate reason on its own. A great many people find the prospect harder than the surgery itself, and it is worth telling us if you feel that way.
There are situations where a conventional denture, made after your gums have healed, ends up being the better path. Extensive infection, certain bone conditions, or medical factors can change the recommendation. Dr. Bryant King and Dr. Shelly King will examine your mouth, take digital x-rays, and tell you honestly which approach fits your situation rather than defaulting to one.
What The Process Looks Like
Consultation and planning
We examine your remaining teeth, review x-rays to assess the bone underneath, and talk through your options including dental implants and implant-supported dentures if you want to weigh them. You will receive written prices on each reasonable option before anything is scheduled.
Impressions and measurements
Taken while your natural teeth are still in place. This is how the lab knows the shape of your arch, your bite, and how your teeth should be positioned and shaded. If you have preferences about the appearance of your new teeth, this is the conversation to have.
Extraction and placement day
Your teeth are removed and the denture is placed the same visit. We will give you specific aftercare instructions, and in most cases we ask you to leave the denture in for the first stretch of healing, since removing it early can allow swelling that makes it difficult to get back in.
Follow-up adjustments
Sore spots are normal in the first weeks and are easily adjusted. Do not tough these out at home. A five-minute adjustment solves what weeks of discomfort will not.
Why A Reline Is Part Of The Plan, Not An Upsell
Because your gums shrink as they heal, your immediate denture will need to be relined once healing has largely settled. A reline resurfaces the tissue side of the denture so it fits the shape your mouth has actually become.
We tell patients about this up front, because a practice that does not mention it leaves you thinking your denture failed when it is doing exactly what it was designed to do. Budget for the reline as part of the process from the beginning. Some patients ultimately choose a new permanent denture after healing and keep the immediate one as a spare, which is also a reasonable path.
If you are facing extractions and want to understand your options, contact our office at (239) 337-5464. We are at 6900 Daniels Parkway, Suite 30, just off the Daniels exit at I-75.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I really leave with teeth the same day?
Does the denture fit perfectly right away?
How long does healing take?
Will it hurt?
Can I eat normally right away?
What about implants instead?
Implants and implant-supported dentures are worth understanding before you decide, because they hold the denture firmly and help preserve the jawbone over time. They also cost more and take longer. We will lay out both paths with written estimates so you can compare them properly rather than being steered.
Do you accept dental insurance for dentures?
Kind Words From Recent Patients
Daniels Parkway Dental
6900 Daniels Parkway #30, Fort Myers
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This is a fantastic dental office. The staff and Doctors are top notch and punctual. They take the time to answer questions and always make me feel comfortable.
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Just had my first filling in 51 yrs Dr Shelly King explained the procedure & did an excellent job.hopefully i wouldnt have a cavity for another 51yrs.highly recommend them not a franchise. Non commission based employees.
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I was referred to Dr Shelly and her dental assistant Amanda by my daughter in law who is very pleased with their caring professional dental care. I am also very pleased as well. The receptionists are pleasant and professional. This is truly … More a family business who treats their patients just exactly like that. Thank you Dr Shelly and Team! Shirley Pine
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Dr. Bryant King is a very caring, detailed dentist. He has a wonderful bedside manner and explains everything and gives options for patients to consider. He is also very willing to give prices & estimates for any & all options so … More that the patient can make an intelligent decision as to what is best for the patient. I highly recommend Dr. Bryant. The staff are also very efficient and personable. Madeleine Dougherty, patient
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Dr. Shelly & Dr. Bryant King(s) have been my dentists for over twenty years. The doctors and staff have consistently provided professional, friendly and quality work for every visit. Their office is extremely clean and everyone's … More attention to detail, from cleanings to insurance to all things dental keeps me coming back and referring them again and again. Dr. Shelly has a jiggle technique that will make any dentaphobe at ease. I feel very fortunate to have found these wonderful people who make me feel so taking care of.
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As a new patient, I have been very impressed with being able to get an appointment easily, and happy with the efficiency and pleasant atmosphere, and mostly happy with my “new” tooth.
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Let me start by saying the BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! Two different appointments, xrays and filling. NO CHARGE. The Doctor was so kind and did not hurt at all. Things that he told me that I wish others would have been as honest and forthcoming … More as he. Wonderful staff. I would highly recommend this Dentist. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!
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This is by far the BEST visit ever to a dentist office. They were so nice, explained the procedure throughly so there were no surprises. Starting with my phone call to their office and up until I left everyone made the experience amazing. … More If your looking for a dentist this is the office to call... Happy teeth work
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Daniels Dental and Dr. Bryant King provided a great experience when I had a crown fall out. Getting an appointment was prompt, the staff was friendly, very helpful and efficient. Dr. King and the Technician were knowledgeable, friendly, … More efficient, skilled and gentle. Best dental experience I’ve had.
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Hands down Daniels Parkway Dental gets 5⭐️! The staff is friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, and provides some of the best bedside manner I’ve ever experienced. Dr. Shelly, Dee, Amanda and staff went above and beyond to ensure that I wasn’t … More in any pain during my dental procedure and communicated with me what they were doing the entire time.
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The dentist is amazing having professional attitude and always giving care necessary for appropriate needs. The staff are professional as well as friendly, kind and gentle. Positive vibes from all in this dental office! 👍
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I cannot begin to express how WONDERFUL my experience is Every time i need to go to the DDS. Daniels Parkway Dental is the best. They have brought back good ole fashion bedside manner. Everyone in that office gets a 5 ⭐️ review. From the … More moment you check in to the moment they finish the dental procedure. Dr Shelly and Dr King are constantly checking on you throughout the process and explain in detail everything they are doing and making sure you are not feeling any discomfort. This also includes their FABULOUS DENTAL HYGIENIST “Keely” (the best, bar none!!!!)
Fort Myers is LUCKY, EXTREMELY LUCKY to have them in our area (even though if they were farther i would still go to them) I also want to give the Dental Assistant recognition for how extremely well she worked with Dr Shelly they were a perfect team.
So in conclusion if you are looking for a Dental Office and want great work done LOOK NO FURTHER!!!! Than Daniels Parkway Dental Office!!!!!!!!!!
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Dr. Shelly King was wonderful. The best experience. Very caring and explained everything. Absolutely no pain or anxiety. I would highly recommend. The office staff was great too!
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Great dentist office. The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. The dentist isn't quick to jump to fillings for children with tiny cavities that could heal or cavities in a baby tooth that's coming out soon. The hygienist … More we see if very respectful of the decisions we make regarding fluoride. They are a wonderful family own practice and Dr. Bryant and Dr. Shelley are so great with our family.
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Had an urgent need for an appointment (my porcelain crown fell out over holiday weekend). Being fairly new to the area and not having a regular dentist, I took a chance & stopped into Daniels Parkway Dental to see if I could get an … More appointment in the next few days. To my surprise they had an opening later that day. First let me say I was so impressed when I walked in to a beautiful bright well appointed clean office and warmly greeted by the friendly knowledgeable staff. Went ahead and took my insurance info (which they are filing for me so I can be reimbursed) and did all the paperwork. I say this because my time in the waiting area I noticed the pleased patients checking out and others coming in. Coming from up north who had a very modern excellent local dentist, Daniel Parkway Dental reminded me of what was left behind. And confirmed by the excellent medical care by Dr Shelly King. Both her & her assistant were gentle yet professional. In a layman’s eyes like myself I thought “just glue it back”, I’m so glad I didn’t try a do it yourself nor go to one of those “doc in a box” popping up on every corner. It was a very intricate procedure taking time to make sure the bites correct. Someone without much experience could have broken the tiny pins my old dentist had made. Or would have easily said I need a new one meaning lots of $$$$$. It was divine steering which brought me to Daniel Parkway Dental. A local family dentistry who’s been around for 20 years and not going anywhere. This evening I was able to enjoy my food and would never know it had fallen out few days ago. I’m so glad I’ve found a dental practice I can trust & look forward to going back for routine care for myself & my husband.
Thank you again Dr Shelly King & staff🤗
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