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What Causes Blood Clot At The Tooth Extraction Site?

Hi, I had a tooth extraction 7 days ago and I noticed the blood clot has been falling piece by piece. I have a dentist appt tomorrow but I was wondering if I should be considered about developing a dry socket or is this process part of the healing process?
Fri, 3 Feb 2017
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Hi..
Thanks for the query..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..

As per your complain in case if the blood clot is loose and falling in pieces there is a possibility that you are loosing the healing tissue and in case if it is completely lost you may definitely develop dry socket..

I would suggest you to consult your treating dentist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation is diagnostic..

In case if the clot is lost considerably he can put a zinc oxide eugenol pack in the socket as it will act as sedative, prevent pain and initiate healing..

As of now you should avoid gargle vigorously..
Take a soft diet..
Avoid sucking anything with a straw..
Smoking if you do, shall also be avoided..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Blood Clot At The Tooth Extraction Site?

Hi.. Thanks for the query.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.. As per your complain in case if the blood clot is loose and falling in pieces there is a possibility that you are loosing the healing tissue and in case if it is completely lost you may definitely develop dry socket.. I would suggest you to consult your treating dentist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation is diagnostic.. In case if the clot is lost considerably he can put a zinc oxide eugenol pack in the socket as it will act as sedative, prevent pain and initiate healing.. As of now you should avoid gargle vigorously.. Take a soft diet.. Avoid sucking anything with a straw.. Smoking if you do, shall also be avoided.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.