How often do dry sockets occur? extraction yesterday, followed orders (did spit though; clear throat; and cough)...dentist says ill heal fine.worried

Extraction: You trusted your highly trained Dentist to do surgery (extraction). Trust his/her opinion as to post treatment healing. As long as you are following post-treatment instructions carefully you should be just fine. If you have any untoward symptoms, call your provider. He/she knows your personal circumstances a lot better than someone at the other end of a computer conversation.