
Daniel Cummings
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Dry Socket vs. Gum Infection: What’s the Difference?
Before diving into the details, let’s first clarify what each condition actually is: Dry Socket (Alveolar Osteitis): This happens after a tooth extraction when the protective blood clot that should form over the empty socket either dissolves too soon or never forms at all. Without this clot, the underlying bone and nerves are exposed, leading…
Why Does My Face Swell with a Toothache?
Understanding Facial Swelling and Dental Infections Toothache is already a pain – literally. But when your face starts to swell along with it, things can quickly go from uncomfortable to concerning. If you’ve found yourself looking in the mirror and noticing that one side of your face is puffier than…