Suggest Treatment For A Blood Clot At The Site Of Tooth Extraction

Posted on Sat, 24 Sep 2016

Question: I got a front tooth pulled about a week and a half ago. I had a flipper place inside of my mouth I didn't have any bleeding until today I think my blood clot fell out. Is that normal or should I be concerned ?

Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Normal process of healing

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in.

Blood clot does not stay for so long, it is replaced by granulation tissue that is white layer during healing, which later on sheds off. If its not hurting you, then no need to worry but in case you have pain or swellimg then consult your dentist.

Also do warm saline rinses.

Hope I've answered your query

Wishing you good health

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra

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