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Both my blood clots have fallen out of my teeth where i had an extraction 4 hours ago, i don't want to get dry socket, what should i do?
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Do not panic: Place a gauze pack over the area and bite firmly it will control blood clots. Making sure the gauze remain in place. If oozing is still active, replace gauze as needed every 30-45 minutes. Be careful not to dislodge the blood clot from now on when brushing near the extraction site for 3-4 days. You can carefully wipe the area with a clean, wet gauze pad. Good luck.
Answered 8/1/2017
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