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My wisdom teeth were extracted 5days ago. upper left extraction bled tonight and what looked like a clot came out, will this result in dry socket?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Possibly.: See your oral surgeon for evaluation and treatment if needed. Much less likely to have dry socket on upper. Good luck.

Answered 7/15/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is possible: It develops in about 5% of tooth extractions. See your surgeon/dentist for post op evaluation and dry socket prevention treatment.

Answered 1/13/2015

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