Rehabilitation of a patient with an Immediate Complete Denture: A Case Report

Abstract

The immediate complete denture is an accepted method of restoration for the patient whose last remaining teeth are to be removed. The prosthesis is fabricated before the removal of the teeth and is inserted immediately after the extractions. The purpose of the paper is to draw the attention to the need for immediate complete denture fabrication. The aims, advantages and disadvantages of immediate dentures as well as contraindications are described in detail. This case reports describes the clinical and technical steps in completing an immediate complete denture.