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I had my left lower wisdom tooth pulled two days ago. the clot seems to have disappeared but i have no pain. is a dry socket in my future in next few days? what can i do now to prevent dry socket?

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Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not necessarily: Even now it might not hurt to hold wet gauze on your socket. Best to avoid sucking on a straw, and vigorous rinsing. Your dentist is your best source for an answer.

Answered 12/14/2020

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Dr. Eric Kahn answered

Dry socket: No smoking, no spitting. Irrigate with saline. Not likely to develop into dry socket.

Dr Malerman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/26/2014

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A member asked:

I had my left lower wisdom tooth pulled two days ago. the clot seems to have disappeared but i have no pain. is a dry socket in my future in next few days? what can i do now to prevent dry socket?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

Dr. Eric Kahn answered

Dr Malerman and 2 doctors agreed

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