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Can you have dry socket 72 hours after extraction?

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Dr. SHERYL POMERANCE answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Dry socket: The symptoms(severe pain) usually occur about 72 hours after the extraction. The blood clot is usually lost soon after the procedure.

Answered 2/25/2018

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Yes: Dry sockets pain may last in some instances a few weeks. Most dentist have a medicated dressing that can be placed that will give more relief than pain medications.

Answered 10/8/2013

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