“Will my dry socket go away on its own?”

A dry socket will usually resolve on its own, but it can take weeks for some people. It is better to get professional help to make it go away in just a few days. Dry sockets can be quite painful, and there's no sense having to endure one longer than necessary.

Michael A. Conrad, DDS, PC

You should see your dentist or surgeon. As the pain of a dry socket can be excruciating and there is a simple fix that brings virtually immediate relief, get the socket looked at.