At around 14 days after a tooth extraction, the socket should typically show significant healing — the gum tissue should start closing and the site should look pinkish with minimal redness. In your case, the area still appears to have a visible opening with some yellowish or whitish tissue, which could be part of normal healing (fibrin clot or granulation tissue). However, if the hole remains large, sore, or if there’s pain radiating to the temple, ear, or jaw, it may indicate delayed healing or localized infection (dry socket or alveolitis).

Expected Healing Timeline:

• Days 1–3: Clot formation, swelling, and tenderness.

• Days 4–7: Tissue starts to close in; initial gum healing begins.

• Days 8–14: The socket should start filling with new gum tissue.

• Weeks 3–4: Site nearly sealed; bone remodeling continues inside.

If healing slows after 14 days, possible causes include:

• Dislodged blood clot (dry socket)

• Infection or debris trapped in the site

• Smoking or poor oral hygiene

• Underlying medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, delayed tissue repair)

What you can do:

• Continue warm saltwater rinses 2–3 times a day.

• Avoid poking or rinsing too vigorously.

• Maintain hydration and oral hygiene around the site.

• Avoid smoking, alcohol, or hard foods.

• If pain, swelling, or odor persists, visit your nearest dental clinic immediately.

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