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Can. i smoke after72 hr after having teeth pulled?

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Extraction: It would be a good idea if you waited as long as possible - smoking could disturb the clot and you might get a dry socket- if that occurs it generally occurs 2-3 days after the extraction. It starts felling better and then it gets a whole lot worse - if you experience get back to your dentist or oral surgeon right away.

Answered 10/30/2013

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Probably: Yes if you do not have any more bleeding.

Answered 11/6/2013

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Dr. Alan Zweig answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Probably !: Just make sure that the blood clots in the extraction sites are organized enough that the suction you create will not pull them out. Maybe this is a good opportunity to stop smoking.

Answered 11/3/2013

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