10 August 2017
“Dry Socket” Warning
by shi
After the extraction of wisdom teeth a blood clot develops in the empty space to prevent infection. If the clot is disturbed or dislodged the bone and nerves can become exposed leading to “dry socket”. There are a few simple preventative measures that can be taken to avoid this happening including:
– Avoiding carbonated drinks
– Not touching the socket
– Not smoking
Your dentist should advise you on the best ways to prevent dry socket and may prescribe medication. As Dr. Michael Ellis states in a recent article “allowing the wound to heal undisturbed can help prevent dry socket” and you can get more details at https://consumer.healthday.com/dental-and-oral-information-9/misc-dental-problem-news-174/after-wisdom-tooth-removal-watch-out-for-dry-socket-721946.html.
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