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Tooth extraction and now i have a blood clot. help?

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Normal: Having a blood clot in the site of the extraction is normal and help with healing. It should go away with time and i would suggest leaving it alone. If you have a blood clot somewhere else, see your physician.

Answered 5/25/2018

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Healing: The blood clot at the extraction site is a normal part of healthy healing. You need it to heal the extraction site . Do not disturb it. It will go away as the area heals. Loosing this blood clot too soon can cause very painful healing complication called a dry socket.

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