Dry socket is a condition that can occur after tooth removal. It usually happens 3–5 days after surgery, and lasts up to 7 days. Dry socket causes intense pain because it exposes the nerves and bones ...
Smoking may increase the risk of dry socket after a tooth extraction, as it can delay the healing process and may dislodge a blood clot from the extraction site. Dry socket, or alveolar osteitis, is a ...