A member asked:

I had my wisdom teeth extracted about 5 days ago, the stitches on one broke. do i need to get it restitched? there's no blood.

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There is no need: If the area is clean and tissues are healing there is no need to have re sutured after the 5th day , there is no blood because the socket is healing..

Answered 3/24/2015

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You should be fine: Best to exercise caution and good oral hygiene. If you are concerned contact your dentist or oral surgeon for advise. Hope this helps.

Answered 1/18/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Normally not a prob: The sutures (stitches) normally placed these day are dissoluble and end up coming out on their own. If there is pain, discomfort, or swelling, i would call the office asap.

Answered 7/27/2016

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