{"id":188,"date":"2023-03-08T00:41:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-08T00:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ornelasfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2023-06-17T00:48:14","modified_gmt":"2023-06-17T00:48:14","slug":"should-i-worry-about-dry-socket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ornelasfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/08\/should-i-worry-about-dry-socket\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Dry Socket Something I Should Worry About?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Today, tooth extractions<\/a> are a very safe treatment. However, just like any procedure, having a tooth extracted comes with risks. Even though it is very uncommon, it is important to take steps to prevent dry socket. This is a complication that occurs in approximately 1% of patients. Continue reading to learn more about dry socket, how to prevent it, and what to do if you think you may have it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is Dry Socket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dry socket is a very painful complication that can happen after a patient has one of their permanent teeth extracted. It occurs when the blood clot in the surgical site becomes dislodged before the wound has completely healed. This blood clot forms as part of the natural healing process to protect the underlying bone and nerve ending in the empty tooth socket. When the bone and nerves become exposed, it results in extreme pain that radiates in that area and up the side of your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Prevent Dry Socket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As uncommon as it is, it is very important to take steps to prevent it from occurring. You need to closely follow the aftercare instructions of your dentist. Here are some of the precautions that you should be taking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n