Case Overview (Image-Based Observation – 100% Zoom)

At full zoom, the image shows an open tooth socket between two adjacent teeth with dark gray–green necrotic material, inflamed surrounding gingiva, and exposed socket walls. The gum tissue appears red, swollen, and irregular, with signs of delayed or failed clot formation.

 The patient reports the tooth “really smells worse”, which is a critical diagnostic clue.

Severe Rampant Dental Caries & Enamel Breakdown – Advanced Decay Case

Teeth Case (Zoom 100% – Visual-Based Assessment)

Image findings:
The image shows multiple anterior teeth with extensive brown–black cavitations, fractured enamel, exposed dentin, and visible plaque retention zones along the gumline. The decay appears active and progressive, not arrested.

A Silent Feast: The Lechon That Stole Christmas (and a Smile)

The parol lights twinkled, laughter echoed through the warm December air, and the scent of holiday spices filled the Tiu family home in Quezon City. At the center of it all, on a bed of banana leaves, was the crown jewel of the Noche Buena spread: a magnificent, golden-brown lechon, its crispy skin glistening under the fairy lights.

Quick summary of the situation you described

• Tooth was extracted 2 days ago.

• Swelling started before extraction and has not gone down since.

• Area is now bruised. Extraction was difficult/traumatic.

• You did not take antibiotics (previous C. difficile).

• You cannot take typical OTC pain meds (alpha-gal + stomach issues).

The Whisper That Became a Scream: A New Yorker's Nightmare with Dry Socket and the Lesson We Must All Heed