Same-Day Dentures Near Johnson City, TN: What You Should Know

If you've been told you need extractions and you're worried about going home without teeth, same-day dentures might be exactly what you're looking for — or they might not be. It depends on your situation.

Here's an honest breakdown.

What Are Same-Day Dentures?

Same-day dentures — also called immediate dentures — are dentures that are made in advance and placed the same day your remaining teeth are extracted. You go into the appointment with teeth, and you leave with a full set of dentures in place.

The alternative is conventional dentures, which are made after your gums have fully healed — a process that typically takes 8 to 12 weeks. During that healing period, you'd be without teeth.

For most patients, that's not acceptable. Same-day dentures solve that problem.

What Are the Advantages?

The biggest benefit is obvious: you're never without teeth. But there are a few others worth knowing.

Immediate dentures also act as a bandage over the extraction sites, which can help control bleeding and protect the gum tissue while it heals. Many patients find the psychological benefit significant too — leaving the office with a full smile makes a real difference in how you feel going through the process.

What Are the Trade-Offs?

Same-day dentures aren't a final product — they're a bridge.

Your gums will shrink significantly during healing. The dentures made before your extractions won't fit the same way six months later. That means adjustments, relines, or in some cases a new set of dentures once healing is complete.

It also means the fit and appearance of immediate dentures are inherently less precise than conventional dentures made after the gums have fully settled. Most patients understand and accept this trade-off for the benefit of not going without teeth during healing.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Same-day dentures work best for patients who:

• Need full or near-full extractions and can't be without teeth during healing

• Understand the fit will change as gums heal and are willing to come in for adjustments

• Want to begin the process now rather than waiting months

If you still have several healthy teeth that don't need to come out, partials or a phased approach might be more appropriate. Dr. Hoover will evaluate your situation and walk you through every option before anything is decided.

What Does the Process Look Like?

First, we take impressions and measurements before the extractions happen. Those go to the dental lab, which fabricates the dentures in advance. On extraction day, the teeth are removed and the dentures are placed immediately.

From there, you'll come back for follow-up visits to check healing and make adjustments as your gums change shape. Once healing is complete — typically several months out — we'll discuss whether a reline or a new set makes the most sense for your long-term fit and comfort.

What About Cost?

At Lawson Hoover DDS, we're a fee-for-service practice. That means transparent pricing up front, no insurance required, and no surprise bills. If you have insurance, we'll complete your claim form so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement. CareCredit is also available if you'd prefer to spread payments over time.

We'd rather you know exactly what to expect — financially and clinically — before you commit to anything.

Serving Johnson City, Elizabethton, and the Tri-Cities

Our office is located at 4729 North Roan Street, Suite 1 in Johnson City, TN, and we see patients from across the Tri-Cities — Elizabethton, Kingsport, Bristol, Gray, and beyond. We're open Fridays and Saturdays, which makes scheduling easier for patients who can't get in during the week.

If you have questions about same-day dentures or want to find out if you're a candidate, give us a call. There's no pressure — just answers.

Call (423) 900-2720

Book online at lawsonhooverdental.com/dentures-and-partials