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Please tell me if you can get a dry socket after a week?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

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Very unlikely: Dry sockets usually occur 2-4 days following the extraction. If you have any pain or problems, see the dentist who removed your tooth for an evaluation.

Answered 3/21/2018

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A member asked:

Please tell me if you can get a dry socket after a week?

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Its been a week since I had all 4 wisdoms pulled, I was wondering if Theres still a chance I could get dry socket if I start smoking? Keep in mind I still have stiches in bottom gums