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Had dry socket they packed it with medicine on the 17th. still have white stuff showing and hurts to touch. is this normal? how long to heal?
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Just a thought: but it sounds like you may have an infection!! Re-check your situation again with your Dentist/Oral Surgeon! Just a thought! Dr Z
Answered 8/8/2017
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