answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

FOREVER... Or at least it seems so. I'm going on three weeks and it is just NOW starting to feel better without pain pills or a topical.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

Dry sockets can take anywhere from a week to months to heal. The holes don't start to close up until the gums heal. Hang in there. It'll eventually close.

-drysocketssuck

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How long does a dry socket last?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

How long does the pain of a dry socket last?

The pain of a dry socket should last no longer than 4 days. Dry sockets typically occur after you've gotten a tooth pulled. If the pain persists for more than 4 days after the extraction, contact your dentist for an appointment.


What happens to an untreated dry socket?

An untreated dry socket can lead to infection.


My sockets don't hurt but are empty is that dry socket?

DEFINITELY NOT A DRY SOCKET... YOU WOULD KNOW IF YOU HAD A DRY SOCKET. BASICALLY YOUR SOCKETS ARE JUST CLEAN.


How long after extraction can you smoke?

Supposed to be a couple days to help prevent dry socket something to do with the suction or even using a straw, but I think everybody does. Do some searching on dry socket dental for more. . .


You took 1600 mg of ibuprofen will you survive?

I just my last 2 for an infected tooth socket, (dry socket) I have now had 16oomg...will write back tomorrow if alive...OF COURSE its ok!!!


Can dry ice last for long time on aeroplane?

no


Can you get dry socket 7 days after a tooth extraction?

It is a bit unlikely to get dry socket 10 days after an extraction, but not impossible. Usually dry socket occurs 3-5 days after the extraction.


How long after wisdom teeth removal until you can fly by airplane?

Wait at least 4 days in case you get a dry socket.


Does packing a dry socket hurt?

YES


How long will a gourd vase last?

How long does it take aqgourd to dry?(my guess is about a year)


Is dry socket created by cigarettes or weed?

Dry socket is created by the act of sucking so even if you suck too hard on a straw there is a chance you will get it.


How long does beef jerky last if it is dry canned?

two monhts