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I have extracted my molar tooth two days before but i still get mild pain and foul smell. what can be the problem?? how can we treat cavities?
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Dry Socket?: Very possible. Please see the surgeon who extracted the tooth for follow up care.
Answered 4/5/2020
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"Classic" dry socket: Sorry about your pain. A dry socket typically causes a sharp increase in pain commencing 3–5 days. Also the smell and taste are pretty horrible. See your surgeon for dry socket treatment. Good luck.
Answered 4/14/2015
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