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Blood clot for lower wisdom tooth has fallen out within 48hrs. small amount of blood remains at bottom of socket. is this normal will i get dry socket?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Probably not: Probably not. If pain increases, likely a dry socket. In that case see doc who did extraction. Easy problem to treat.

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/24/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is possible: Lower wisdom teeth that have been removed are more likely to develop dry socket. However, practicing good oral hygiene may prevent dry socket.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/30/2018

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A member asked:

Blood clot for lower wisdom tooth has fallen out within 48hrs. small amount of blood remains at bottom of socket. is this normal will i get dry socket?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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