A member asked:

I just got my tooth pulled n i smoked a lil but didnt suck hard on it will i get a dry socket?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Increased risk: Anything that can cause the blood clot to pull out of the socket can cause a dry socket. Any kind of negative pressure - vacuum- will do so. That's why smoking, spitting and drinking through a straw are to be avoided for at least 48 hours. Good Luck.

Answered 11/7/2017

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is possible: it is important to wait at least 72 hours before smoking after any dental extraction. You must realize that there are chemical toxins in cigarette smoke, which can delay the healing after a surgery, and even cause serious complications such as dry socket. Take this opportunity to stop smoking permanently.

Answered 11/7/2017

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Smoking: Can cause dry socket. Will irritate tissues, causing delayed healing. Can facilitate infection. Strong possibility it can cause gum/cheek/ mouth/tongue/throat/esophagus/lung/sinus cancer, premature aging of skin of face and/or hand, kidney disease, liver disease, premature death of brain cells, etc. But you know all this already.

Answered 11/9/2017

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