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I had 2 teeth pulled last fri on mon i has on filled cause i had dry socket it's still causing me pain today fri should i go back to dentist?
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Dry socket: Yes, go back. Your dentist is responsible for monitoring your progress and the healing process as part of routine aftercare.
Answered 7/31/2014
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