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Had an extraction of a first molar on my lower jaw. it has been 10 days but food still get stuck in here. tried rinsing with saltwater but one particle of food is still here. can i just leave it in with no problem?

Q: had an extraction of a first molar on my lower jaw. it has been 10 days but food still get stuck in here. tried rinsing with saltwater but one particle of food is still here. can i just leave it in with no problem?

: After ten days the bone would be covered with gingiva and the chance of dry socket is almost nil. Unless you are in pain or swollen, don't worry.

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After ten days the bone would be covered with gingiva and the chance of dry socket is almost nil. Unless you are in pain or swollen, don't worry.

Answered 3/21/2021

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A member asked:

Had an extraction of a first molar on my lower jaw. it has been 10 days but food still get stuck in here. tried rinsing with saltwater but one particle of food is still here. can i just leave it in with no problem?

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