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I have a dry socket from getting my tooth pulled & having horrible pain & swelling & i cannot get to a doctor, im not sure what to do.
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Dry Socket: Dry socket needs to be treated by a dentist. Antibiotics will help with any infection but will not solve your problem. You'll need to find a way to get to a dentist.
Answered 2/24/2018
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