
Although learning you need to have a tooth extraction isn’t exactly everyone’s favorite thing to hear, the good news is that this treatment can often alleviate a lot of discomfort that could be plaguing your smile. Unfortunately, however, if you’re not careful during the healing process, you could put your mouth at an increased risk of a painful condition known as dry socket, which occurs when the clot forming in your extraction site falls out prematurely. Not only does this hurt, but it also leaves you vulnerable to infection. Here’s how you can protect your mouth and lower your odds of developing dry socket after having a tooth pulled.
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