A practical guide to recovery after tooth removal, covering the first 24 hours, food, cleaning, medicines and warning signs. Follow the plan from your treating dentist.
Tooth Extraction: When Are Extra Precautions or Specialist Care Needed?
Medical conditions may call for precautions rather than an automatic ban on extraction. Understand the questions to discuss with your dentist.
What is Dry Socket / Alveolar Osteitis
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 […]