A 21-year-old male asked:
Its been 101 hours since my wisdom teeth surgery. is it still possible for me to get dry socket? im so scared
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Unlikely: Stop worrying. You should be fine.
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Dr. William Dapper commented
Dentistry 38 years experience
Have the area evaluated ASAP. Dry sockets are extremely painful in the majority of patients however pain is subjective and varies considerably between patients . Additionally , food impaction may also cause discomfort and adequate oral hygiene with irrigation may be beneficial. Alveolar bone may become infected or inflamed during the first week so have it evauated
Aug 25, 2013
Dr. Gary Sandler commented
Dentistry 56 years experience
Provided original answer
Dry sockets tend to occur within the first few days following an extraction. Typical symptoms are new or worsening pain. Also loss of blood clot, visible bone in socket, bad breath or foul odor. Dry sockets occur in about 3-4% of cases. As none of these symptoms were reported and the asker mentioned how scared he was, I was allaying any unwarranted fear. Yes, it would be wise to have it checked by your dentist until healing is complete.
Aug 25, 2013
A Verified Doctoranswered
Dentistry 38 years experience
Not likely : Dry socket occurs about. 72 hours after the extraction so you are safe. Stop worrying. You should be feeling better by now.
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