A member asked:

Hi, i had my 2nd molar removed 3 days ago. and from day 1 i had zero pain. is there still a chance of a dry pocket?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not likely: The pain typically starts about 2-3 days after the tooth was extracted. Other symptoms of dry socket include bad breath and an unpleasant smell. The most important thing you can do to prevent a dry socket is follow the post operative instructions and you did. Keep up a good job.

Answered 9/1/2014

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Not likely: If you maintained good oral hygiene and followed the post operative instructions, and also you have no pain, Developing a dry socket is very unlikely .

Answered 9/14/2014

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Yes: Follow your Dentist or Oral Surgeon's verbal and written instructions to the letter. Glad you're pain free.

Answered 11/28/2017

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