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When Does Dry Socket Develop After Removing A Tooth?
I had the second to last tooth on my upper left removed late afternoon last thursday. How likely is it that I could develop dry socket this far along in the process? The dentist did have to take the tooth in 3 pieces, as it was a large tooth and, there appears to be two white strings hanging from the socket that I did not notice the last couple of days.
Mon, 30 Jun 2014
hello thanks for consulting at hcm..
dry socket occurs within 48 hrs post extraction,,
either ways stop smoking and drinking alcohol if you have the habit..take antibiotics and analgesics for faster healing,,
do salt water gargle thrice daily,, you can get a saline irrigation done with your treating doctor..
Also take a iopa radiograph to check for any remains of the tooth piece or any bony spicules left behind,,
plz review back with your dentist for a check up and treatment..
hope it helps,,tc
dry socket occurs within 48 hrs post extraction,,
either ways stop smoking and drinking alcohol if you have the habit..take antibiotics and analgesics for faster healing,,
do salt water gargle thrice daily,, you can get a saline irrigation done with your treating doctor..
Also take a iopa radiograph to check for any remains of the tooth piece or any bony spicules left behind,,
plz review back with your dentist for a check up and treatment..
hope it helps,,tc
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