Des: here's the procedure I followed:
Visit to dentist, to agree on procedure for dentures, visit to denturist for a mold taking, and pre-fitting. Final fitting, dentures in hand, back to dentist/hospital for removal and immediate insertion of dentures. For 3 days, no removal of dentures. Evening of third day, flush out my mouth and ease dentures out. Gums remain sore for a long time while gums heal.
PS: With the strong us $ and weak can$, you could get a set of dentures in Canada for a 30% discount!! Or, try Mexico! Speak to a denturist first, before you do anything. In other words, don't buy dentures from a dentist! Cheers!