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Oral surgery. on 6th day of healing 3rd molar extractions & got stitches. on one lower site a small blood clot chunk (covered tip of q-tip) fell out today. little pain. 21 yrs old. don't smoke, no straw. possible dry socket on day 6-7 after surgery?
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It doesn't appear you have a dry socket. I would still refrain from disturbing the wound.
Answered 7/27/2023
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Doubtful. If you are concerned, contact your Surgeon, the practitioner responsible for your post-surgical care.
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