My husband had a tooth removed. he was in bad pain still after 5 days. he went to the dentist and they said dry socket and packed the hole. exposed b?

See below: Dry socket is painful, packing the socket is the correct treatment. Try to refrain from smoking as this will retard healing.

Dry Socket: Yes, the bone was exposed. Apparently the blood clot was dislodged. The packing should ease his pain and allow for proper healing.

It's a shame: It's a shame your husband took so long to return to his Surgeon. Should now get a little better every day.