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Blood clot from tooth extraction shrinking already. it's only been 2 days. normal?
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Healing: The blood clot should diminish in size as the healing process occurs.
Answered 4/28/2020
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Normal: Yes, that is normal. Some people heal very quickly.
Answered 11/24/2019
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