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Dry socket after having tooth removed. what is the most effective treatment?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dry socket paste: And for that, you will need to see the dentist that extracted your tooth. The medication is not sold to the general public, and you would have a difficult time placing the paste infused gauze into the extraction site.

Answered 6/3/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Medicated Dressing: by your dentist/oral surgeon, pain medication and good oral hygiene.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 1/11/2016

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