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It has been 74 hours since my wisdom teeth extractions. all 4 of them. am i in the safe zone for getting dry socket?
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Biggest risk 2-3 day: You are probably into the safe zone but you still should follow the dentist's instructions faithfully. Here's a link with good information: http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/dry-socket/ds00778 best wishes!
Answered 8/24/2013
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Dry Socket: Unfortunately, no. A dry socket can develop up to several days after wisdom teeth extractions. Be careful to follow your surgeon's recommendations to avoid smoking, carbonated beverages, forceful spitting, drinking through a straw or anything that might disturb the blood clot in the sockets. A dry socket is nothing more than delayed healing due to loss of the blood clot. Be careful...You'll do ok.
Answered 8/24/2013
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