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I had a tooth pulled a week ago and i can see white in the socket. should i be worried?
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No: Whitish tissue is part of the healing process and is normal.
Answered 9/12/2013
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Not usually: The white stuff is usually just food debris, called materia alba. Just cleanse it gently.
Answered 9/13/2013
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