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When people have their teeth extracted<\/a>, they\u2019re often fairly nervous about what the procedure will entail and what they should expect. However, they\u2019re also usually comforted once they actually get the procedure; they\u2019ll usually find that removing the tooth was fairly painless, and that the procedure wasn\u2019t nearly as intense as they had feared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Really, the only thing that might trip you up is aftercare. In particular, a condition called dry socket can seriously derail your recovery if you aren\u2019t careful. Here\u2019s more information about this condition, as well as what you can do to avoid it affecting you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is Dry Socket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the days after your tooth extraction, your body will work to form a large clot in the socket left by the procedure. This protects the sensitive interior of the tooth, allowing healing to progress quickly and easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, under some circumstances, the clot can be pulled out of place. This is known as dry socket, and the condition can seriously hinder the body\u2019s ability to heal effectively after your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Dry Socket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few things that can potentially pull your clot out of place, the most common of which is suction. Creating any kind of suction with your mouth can potentially disturb the wound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also possible to push the clot out of place, particularly if you\u2019re chewing vigorously with that side of your mouth, or if you\u2019re playing with the wound absent-mindedly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Avoid Dry Socket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to avoid dry socket is to keep in mind what can cause the condition and how you can steer clear of it. Here are a few things that you ought to refrain from doing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n