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I need to know how do you know if you have a dry socket?
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PAIN: That does not stop and that does not allow you to sleep. Easily treated so see your dentist or oral surgeon.
Answered 3/6/2017
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Severe pain: Following an extraction, especially if it's worse 2-4 days following the extraction and does not improve with time. It's easily remedied by your dentist. If unsure, it's always better to have your dentist see you right away.
Answered 3/29/2016
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Dry Socket: It is the worst pain you can imagine and it will not allow you to sleep. Please see your dentist.
Answered 6/11/2016
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