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A member asked:

Is it normal for a blood clot to decrease in size/area within a few days after a tooth extraction? started out very large, now the size in profile pic

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes : clot should continue to shrink in size

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is normal: However, if you are worried about the size of blood clot it is best to get it seen by your dentist.

Dr Sharber agreed

Answered 6/4/2016

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