Dry socket (alveolar osteitis)

The Wrong Tooth & The Dry Socket: A Manila Dental Horror Story

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Dry socket (alveolar osteitis)

A Manila Dental Nightmare: The Wrong Tooth Pulled, Then a Fiery Dry Socket

In the heart of Metro Manila, where dental clinics promise quick fixes and bright smiles, a single mistake can turn a routine procedure into a painful ordeal. This is the story of Leo, a 28-year-old BPO employee from Mandaluyong, and a lesson in why knowing your dentist's history is as crucial as the treatment itself.

Smoking and Teeth: How the 10-Peso Cigarillo and Dry Socket Work Together

Topics: 
Dry socket (alveolar osteitis)

Hello, friends! In sari-sari stores and hangout spots across the Philippines, a common sight remains: cigarette smoke. Despite rising prices—now reaching ₱10 and up per stick—the culture of smoking remains strong for many Filipinos. But there's a painful connection between cigarettes and your dental health that isn't discussed enough: Dry Socket.

Many of our fellow Filipinos suffer from this severe pain after tooth extraction, and smoking is one of the main culprits.

Dry Socket or Normal Healing? What to Expect After Tooth Extraction - Signs, Stages & When to See a Dentist

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Extraction
Post-extraction swelling
Socket infection
Dry socket (alveolar osteitis)

Thanks — I looked closely at the photo. I can’t give a definitive medical diagnosis from a single photo, but I’ll walk you through what I can see, the differences between normal healing / dry socket / infection, what to watch for, typical timelines, what the dentist will do, how things can get worse if left, and immediate self-care + next steps.

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