Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray
Dentistry
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I got my tooth (number four) extracted. The extraction site is not really in that much pain, and better than the pain was before while the tooth was in there. However, it is now a hole, and not a clot like a dentist said it would be. The dissolvable stitches that he placed in my mouth also have not dissolved. Rather, they hang in my mouth from time to time, and my tongue has to push them into the hole again. I think something is off. I do not know if I have a dry socket, but I am concerned. On the first day, the extraction site was hanging down low, and this is because it was filled with liquid. However, I placed gauze on it to suck up some of the fluid, so it does not get infected. I do not have bad taste in my mouth anymore, but the first night I did smell like heavy blood in my mouth.
Thank you.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have gone through your question, and I can understand your concern.
Yes, it looks like the dry socket. To get confirmation from my side, you need to upload a picture of your healing socket taken in normal light. Also, please provide the answer to my following questions.
Is the pain feels like burning?
Do you have a foul smell in your mouth?
Does it look like yellowing or bone exposed?
Was there a day of full pain relief after extraction?
I can further plan the treatment and final diagnosis if you answer the above question.
Thank you.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Dentistry
Related Questions
There is a little green thing in the hole left behind after tooth removal. What is it?
After wisdom tooth extraction, when should I remove the gauze piece to avoid dry socket?
Kindly explain about dry socket.
Can dry socket occur due to smoking?
Can I have dry socket even after placing bone graft in the extracted socket?
Post wisdom tooth extraction, I get a white patch of tissue near surgical site. Is that scar tissue?
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
