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I have pain and purplish bits in the extraction site. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I got a tooth extracted yesterday, and today I am experiencing throbbing uncomfortable pain; it seems to be getting worse, and Paracetamol is not helping. Also, I noticed a purple color with a few white bits in the extracted site. Is this normal, or is this a dry socket? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is a dry socket that is caused due to disintegration of the clot. It is also associated with infection. I suggest you to take an X-ray and please contact your dentist for sedative dressing and update me on your drug allergy history so that... Read Full »