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What happens when food get stuck in the tooth extraction site?
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It may vary: The answer may depend upon how recent the extraction was performed, what type of food particle is in the extraction site, and how long it has been there. With a recent extraction site you can try gently rinsing and/or brushing with a soft toothbrush or you can return to your dentist/surgeon who can either remove it for you or provide you with syringe to irrigate (flush) out the site.
Answered 2/12/2017
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