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Is Swollen Gum Due To Sunk Blood Clot In Molar After Tooth Extraction Serious?

Hi, i had two wisdoms and a molar extracted ten days ago and the blood clot seemed to be developing fine. Today I have noticed the blood clot seems to have sunk in my molar and the gum around it feels more swollen. Is the blood clot meant to sink like this? I do not have any pain but i'm worried about developing dry socket. Is it still possible at this stage?
Fri, 30 May 2014
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Formation of blood clot after tooth extraction is normal and it helps in healing of socket .
do warm saline rinses twice a day for 3 to 5 day and you ll be fine.
Tc
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Is Swollen Gum Due To Sunk Blood Clot In Molar After Tooth Extraction Serious?

Formation of blood clot after tooth extraction is normal and it helps in healing of socket . do warm saline rinses twice a day for 3 to 5 day and you ll be fine. Tc