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Is The Dry Socket After Tooth Removal A Cause Of Concern?

Hi I recently had my lower left wisdom tooth removed 5 days ago and for the last 2 day I have had a cough and stuffed up nose. I coughed this afternoon and now when I drink water I can feel a gum flap loose in back. The dentist never gave me stitches after the procedure. Do I need to worry about a dry socket?
Mon, 21 Jul 2014
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Read your query.

Waa the tooth removal a normal extraction or a surgical procedure ?

If it was a normal procedure , suture will be put according to the necessity and by the proper judgement of the dentist .
Surgical extraction needs sutures compulsory.

I would suggests to just compress the socket with a sterile gauge or visit your dentist to do it for you.Dont try to disturb the flap .

Avoid vigorous gargling , though continue with the salt water gargling.
Continue with the medication prescribed and visit your dentist to evaluate the healing socket.

Hope this was useful.

Thanks and regards.

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Is The Dry Socket After Tooth Removal A Cause Of Concern?

Thanks for using Health Care Magic. Read your query. Waa the tooth removal a normal extraction or a surgical procedure ? If it was a normal procedure , suture will be put according to the necessity and by the proper judgement of the dentist . Surgical extraction needs sutures compulsory. I would suggests to just compress the socket with a sterile gauge or visit your dentist to do it for you.Dont try to disturb the flap . Avoid vigorous gargling , though continue with the salt water gargling. Continue with the medication prescribed and visit your dentist to evaluate the healing socket. Hope this was useful. Thanks and regards.