Removal of Wisdom Teeth & Dry Sockets
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Considerations
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According to a Family Gentle Dental Care, certain individuals are at greater risk of experiencing a dry socket. These individuals include people who smoke, people who don't properly care for the extraction site, and women who take birth control pills.
Symptoms
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Dry sockets are a common complication and many people experience the condition after having their wisdom teeth removed. The problem does not appear immediately after the tooth removal; it usually happens a couple of days later. Symptoms of a dry socket include significant pain, bad breath, unpleasant taste in the mouth, and swollen lymph nodes. You may see visible bone in the socket.
Prevention/Solution
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If you experience a dry socket after having wisdom teeth removed you should call your dentist for a follow-up appointment. Take any pain medications prescribed and gently rinse the mouth with warm saltwater several times a day.
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