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A member asked:
3 days after failed root canal extraction (tooth #30), discomfort persists, socket is not dry. why is it filled with gray/green salty tasting matter?
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Post op healing: The area is still healing so it will be sore for several days. Make sure you are keeping the area clean by rinsing your mouth after eating and following the post op instructions that your were given. The dentist that extracted your tooth can give you the best answer.
Answered 3/21/2014
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Post op socket: Some discomfort is to be expected. Unfortunately, we would have to actually examine you in order to determine the state of health and healing in that area. Why don't you call the dentist who extracted the tooth to discuss this issue and then follow up on healing?
Answered 11/14/2015
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