Q. Does head and neck pain after an extraction indicate a dry socket?
Hello doctor,
I had an extraction of a molar due to an abscess. I think I may have a dry socket as I have pain going up my head and down my neck. What should I do?
Kindly help.
Hello,
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Thank you for your query.
I understand your concern and reviewed your images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). You have developed a dry socket. The socket is open, and infected. Share your radiograph of the same tooth if you have taken it after extraction may be there can be a root tip or bony spicule left. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below.
- Keep the area clean.
- Do not spit too much.
- Use salt gargles twice daily.
- Avoid blowing air.
- Do not smoke for a few days.
- Take a capsule of Amoxycillin 500 mg thrice daily for five days.
- Take tablet Ketorolac 10 mg as needed.
- But it would be better if you can see your dentist and ask him for a ZOE pack as it will relieve it within three days.
I hope this has helped you. Thank you.
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