Day 7 After Tooth Extraction: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Call Your Dentist
Impacted Tooth Extraction Healing Review (Day 7 Post-Op)
From the photo you provided, the extraction site shows a reddish-pink area with some yellowish or whitish tissue. This is likely granulation tissue — a normal part of the healing process.
The absence of a dark empty socket suggests that a dry socket is unlikely. Some redness near the gum line and mild swelling are expected, especially if sutures are still in place. The yellowish area may also be a fibrin layer, a natural “scab” that protects the wound.




