Lost blood clot: A dry socket occurs when the blood clot that formed in the extraction site is dislodged, resulting in exposed bone. Call your surgeon for follow up care.
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Dry socket : There are risks associated with teeth removal like with any other surgery. The dry socket is the most common complication that characterized by dull, aching pain and a bad smell or taste coming from the empty tooth socket. See your dentist for post-op evaluation and dry socket treatment if needed.
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