Tag: dry socket symptoms

Recognizing Dry Socket: Healing vs. Complications

I've seen a lot of dental horror stories in my time, but few are as misunderstood as dry socket. It's not just another post-surgery hiccup; it's a complication that can turn a routine tooth...

Understanding and Treating Early-Stage Dry Socket

I've seen a lot of dental horrors in my time, but early-stage dry socket still makes me cringe. It's that nasty little complication after a tooth extraction that can turn a routine procedure into...

Recognize a Dry Socket: Key Signs to Watch For

I’ve pulled enough wisdom teeth to know that dry sockets don’t care about your pain tolerance. They’ll hit you like a bad hangover—except it’s your mouth, and it won’t quit. If you’ve ever had...