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Molar extracted monday, hurts to open mouth, keep creating suction and pulling on the clot not intentional and stop immediately, occasional throbbing?

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Dry Socket?: You may be experiencing a "dry socket". This is a situation where the blood clot does not stay as usual. Healing is delayed and it is very painful. The pain usually starts 3-4 days after the extraction. Go back to the dentist and if it is a dry socket there is a packing he can put in to alleviate the pain till healing occurs.

Answered 7/15/2013

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Dr. John Mc Allister answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dry socket: If you recently had a tooth extracted and are having pain, you may have a dry socket. Call your dentist and have them evaluate the area. If it is a dry socket then medication will be packed in the area and will relieve the discomfort.

Answered 4/25/2016

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