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Common causes include: Premature loss of the blood clot Smoking after extraction Failure to follow post-operative instructions Traumatic or difficult extraction Excessive rinsing or spitting in the first 24 hours Clinical signs: Severe pain starting 24 days after extraction Pain radiating to the ear, temple, or opposite side Empty socket with visible bone Foul odor or bad taste Minimal swelling compared to the level of pain Prevention: Avoid smoking after extraction Do not rinse or spit vigorously in the first 24 hours Follow post-operative instructions carefully Maintain good oral hygiene Gentle surgical technique Management: Irrigation of the socket to remove debris Placement of medicated dressing (e.g., eugenol-based) Analgesics for pain control Patient reassurance and follow-up Key Points: Dry socket is one of the most common post-extraction complications Pain is typically delayed (24 days post-extraction) Loss of the blood clot is the main cause Proper post-op care significantly reduces risk #Dentistry #OralSurgery #DrySocket #AlveolarOsteitis #DentalEducation #ClinicalDentistry Dry Socket (Alveolar Osteitis) Causes and Prevention Dry Socket (Alveolar Osteitis) Dry socket is a common post-extraction complication that occurs when the blood clot at the extraction site is lost or fails to form properly, leading to exposure of the underlying bone and nerves
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