I get why waiting seemed like the smarter call, especially with insurance covering more and avoiding all the extra relining costs. But I’ll throw out a different angle—immediates were actually a lifesaver for me, even with the price tag. I had a public-facing job at the time and honestly couldn’t stomach the thought of showing up toothless, even for a few weeks. The upfront cost stung, but being able to keep my “normal” smile while everything healed was worth it for my sanity.
I did have to go in for a bunch of adjustments (and yeah, eating was pretty much trial and error), but I figured that would happen either way. Plus, my dentist warned me that the jawbone changes so much after extractions that some folks who wait still need tweaks once their gums settle. Not saying immediates are perfect—they definitely aren’t—but sometimes the emotional part is just as important as the physical or financial side.
Guess it just depends on what you need most—saving money, best fit, or keeping your routine as normal as possible. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here...
I went with immediates too, even though my dentist tried to talk me into waiting. I just couldn't handle the idea of walking around without teeth, especially since I had a couple of family events coming up. The first few weeks were rough—lots of sore spots and soft foods—but honestly, the peace of mind was worth it for me. I get why some folks wait, but for my own confidence, I needed something right away.
The first few weeks were rough—lots of sore spots and soft foods—but honestly, the peace of mind was worth it for me.
Did you have to go back a lot for adjustments? My kid’s dentist keeps saying immediates are “tricky” because of all the changes as things heal. I’m honestly nervous about pain and how much school they’d miss. Did you find the sore spots manageable or was it just constant? Also, how did you handle eating out—was it super awkward at first? I keep picturing soup for months...
I’ve been going back and forth on this exact thing—immediates or just waiting it out? I’m honestly a little freaked out at the idea of all the adjustments. My dentist basically said, “You’ll be in here a lot for tweaks,” which is not what you want to hear when you’re already nervous. I keep picturing my kid missing a ton of school for appointments, and then there’s the whole pain factor. Like, are sore spots just a rite of passage, or is it more like an endless cycle?
And yeah, eating out... I can’t get past the idea of being stuck with mashed potatoes and soup forever. I know people say you adjust, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t worried about awkward moments—like, what if something slips while you’re out? Maybe I’m overthinking, but it just feels like there’s no easy option here. Anyone else feel like immediates are both a blessing and a curse?