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What is an immediate denture?

An appliance that is placed at the time of surgery
A type of permanent denture
A temporary filler for missing teeth
An appliance used for teeth whitening

The correct answer is: An appliance that is placed at the time of surgery

An immediate denture is defined as an appliance that is placed at the time of surgery. This type of denture is designed to be inserted right after tooth extraction, allowing the patient to have teeth immediately after losing their natural ones. This is especially beneficial for aesthetic and functional reasons, as it provides the patient with a full set of teeth during the healing process, mitigating the potential embarrassment of being without teeth. Once the gums heal and the shape of the mouth changes, adjustments to the immediate denture may be necessary. This distinguishes it from permanent dentures, which are typically fitted after the healing process is complete, and from temporary fillers, which serve only to allow for some chewing function until a more permanent solution can be employed. Immediate dentures are not associated with teeth whitening treatments, as they focus primarily on the restoration of lost teeth rather than improving the color of existing ones.