Alveolar osteitis
April, 20th, 2023
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Socket (alveolar osteitis) is a painful dental condition occurring 3 to 4 days after an adult tooth is removed.
Overview
The blood clot that should form after removal is dislodged or dissolved before the wound heals, exposing underlying bone and nerves. This causes pain.
Symptoms
Treatment includes prescription pain drugs and flushing the area.
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