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What happens to a blood clot after a tooth extraction?

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Organizes: The blood clot organizes with tissue ingrowth which is gradually replaced with bone.

Answered 9/22/2017

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Dr. Charles Lockhart answered

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Dissolves: Clot stimulates osteoblastic activity to form bone for socket, then dissolves. If rejected early, can lead to a painful dry socket.

Answered 1/5/2019

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Lost part of blood clot after a tooth extraction on Friday but I'm not in pain?

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