If you need to have some, or all, of your teeth removed, you should review your dentist’s work on previous patients. While it can be hard to tell your family dentist that you want to use someone else for your dentures, keep in mind that denture creation is a specialized practice and they may not have the ability to create your perfect smile. And it’s not just taking care of your teeth anymore, it’s recreating your entire smile. Dentists that provide same day dentures often specialize in dentures because they have an on-site lab, which is a huge investment for them.

This on-site lab is great for you because you won’t need to wait weeks or months for your permanent dentures to be created. You can get your dentures the same day you go in to get impressions taken. If same day dentures seem expensive, you should ask your dentist if he offers a discount for waiting three to five days. Waiting three to five days can significantly reduce the price, talk to your dentist about the different options for same day dentures. Waiting three to five days can be uncomfortable but the price reduction can be worthwhile. And, if you’re working, it’s easier to take a few days off and get that price reduction than going into work for 3-4 weeks – or months, while waiting for your new set of dentures.

All in all, you should talk to your dentist about your denture options and price differences. There are options out there for you – whether you choose same day dentures, few day dentures, or regular dentures.

If you are working or have a busy social life, this downtime can cause problems for you. Many don’t want to be seen by friends and family without teeth. The missing teeth aren’t the only thing affecting your appearance. Without your teeth, your facial muscles can sag causing you to look less like yourself.

With same day dentures, you don’t need to worry about going weeks or months without your dentures. The on-site lab creates your same day dentures in the same fashion typical dentures are created. Most dentists send the impressions to an off-site lab and then wait until that lab creates your dentures. It can take weeks or sometimes even months to get proper fitting dentures because if a change is needed it has to be shipped back to the lab and then back to the dentist.

If you have a pair of dentures that fit fine, the time it takes to get a new pair of dentures isn’t an issue. But usually, you’re not looking to get a new set of dentures when your old pair fits just fine. Permanent same day dentures give you the ability to continue on with your daily life, and you don’t need to worry about the discomfort of temporary dentures.

Usually, a same day dentures dentist will have you come in for an early morning appointment to take impressions. After the impressions are created, they are sent straight to the laboratory. The work on your dentures starts right away. By the end of the day, you will have a pair of permanent same day dentures.