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Old 12-15-2014, 09:41 PM
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dydx,

That white spot could be the bone.... indicating a dry socket that needs to be treated by the oral surgeon. This indicates that the clot either did not form properly at the onset or it was disturbed early on.

You are not going to form a clot because the stuff oozing out is blood filled with bacteria. The site needs to be treated as I mentioned. He may need to debride the socket and get some blood flowing in there to deliberately form a new clot. That is not something you can achieve yourself at home.

Please go back and see the oral surgeon.
Bryanna


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Originally Posted by dydx1 View Post
Sorry to double post. I noticed also when he flushed me that I can see a white spot in the hole (bone?) should I let the stuff ooze out or should I be trying to bite tea bags and form a clot?
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***I have been in the dental profession for 4 decades. I am an educator and Certified Dental Assistant extensively experienced in chair side assisting and dental radiography. The information that I provide here is my opinion based on my education and professional experience. It is not meant to be taken as medical advice.***
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