Once someone has decided to get dentures and fully restore their smile, you can imagine that they don’t want to wait any longer than they have to. In many cases, however, some or all of their remaining teeth need to be removed before they receive their prosthetic to ensure the most secure and lasting fit. Because of this, patients often have to wait after their extractions before they can receive their new teeth, but for how long on average? It turns out that the answer is it depends, but you’ll find much more clarity if you read on below.

When first getting full dentures, it’s important to realize that the process will take multiple steps. In particular, any teeth that are still in the arch will have to be removed. So, once the necessary tooth extractions have been performed, when will you be able to get dentures? The answer is different for every patient, but your dentist can give you an idea of what the timeline will look like.