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Had tooth pulled 2 days ago.there was a yellow looking covering until today.now it appears to be just a hole.no pain.could i be getting a dry socket?
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Possible: Likely ok. A dry socket is painful. If no pain, don't worry. If becomes painful, see dentist. Dry socket can be easily treated by placing meds in socket.
Answered 7/16/2015
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See your dentist: A dry socket can occur within 3-4 days after an extraction after a blood clot falls out of the socket. See your dentist or surgeon for post-op evaluation.
Answered 7/17/2015
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