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Can you still get dry socket if you have stitches after teeth out?

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olivo · 23/02/2014 20:13

If they stitch you up after taking teeth out, does it heal differently? Or is dry socket still a risk?

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olivo · 23/02/2014 21:05

Hopeful bump.

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dyslexicdespot · 23/02/2014 21:07

I'm not sure, but I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I hope you don't get it!

crazynanna · 23/02/2014 21:09

Yes. I got one with those soluble stitches.

olivo · 23/02/2014 21:11
Hmm
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crazynanna · 23/02/2014 21:12

Those dissolving stitches that you don't need to go back for them to be removed..not soluble

mawinter · 24/02/2014 07:22

Yes, dry socket is still a risk.

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