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Its been 101 hours since my wisdom teeth surgery. is it still possible for me to get dry socket? im so scared

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Unlikely: Stop worrying. You should be fine.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Not likely : Dry socket occurs about. 72 hours after the extraction so you are safe. Stop worrying. You should be feeling better by now.

Dr Davis agreed

Answered 2/10/2016

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