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What is Dry Socket / Alveolar Osteitis

April 12, 2010 By Dr. Chetan Leave a Comment

Alveolar Osteitis (commonly called as Dry Socket) is the inflammation/irritation of the alveolar bone below the socket where the tooth has been extracted. It is seen in around 5-10% of extractions. This condition occurs because of any disturbance that causes the stoppage of blood clot formation in the extraction socket. Due to improper clot formation […]

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