"Dry Socket" any clues? Heard it is very painfull and takes a long time to go away!
2006-12-20 13:19:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
I had two dry sockets when I had my bottom partially impacted wisdom teeth removed. It was so horrible. First I started with an earache and jaw pain. I thought I had an ear infection but it was a dry socket. I never sucked through a straw, I don't smoke, and I didnt' forcefully spit. I don't know how I got it. So, just be careful for at least a week after you get your tooth pulled out. Rinse GENTLY with warm salt water at least 2x a day. Good luck.
2006-12-20 13:45:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
with in 24 hrs. Also they are far more likely to happen w/ extractions on the top. Avoid straws and smoking and you should be fine.
2006-12-20 21:25:45 · answer #2 · answered by GI 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋