If you are having a tooth pulled, preventing a dry socket is key to healing properly. This issue occurs when the blood clot that forms and the socket where the tooth used to be is dislodged. This leaves the underlying nerve endings and bone unprotected. While a dry socket is painful, it can also cause delays in the healing process. Keep reading to learn five warning signs that you’re developing a dry socket, four tips that will help you prevent it, and how your dentist can help.
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