Dry socket wisdom tooth?

Question

i just had a thought, where i had my wisdom tooth extracted 2 days ago. the dentist put a stitch in. does that lessen my chances of dry socket?

Answer 1

phone your Dentist.

Answer 2

Yes it does.   Don't forget to keep rinsing with warm salty water, it will keep it clean.

Answer 3

yes it should do,

i never had a stitch in mine and i am still suffering extreme pain from a dry socket 14 days later.

Answer 4

Stitches is just one way of reducing your chances of dry socket. It is basically put there to stop the blood clot from getting washed away by saliva.