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Why is my wisdom tooth extraction hole black in color after 2 weeks? it hurts a lot.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dry Socket ?: If it has been two weeks and you are in pain, you should be calling your surgeon for a follow up appointment. Feel better soon...

Answered 12/22/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your Surgeon: You should see your dentist-surgeon if you have signs of pain and infection after 2 weeks.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/25/2015

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