Technical Terms Dry Socket (Alveolar Osteitis): A post-extraction condition characterised by the disintegration of the blood clot, leading to exposed bone and severe pain.

After having her bottom two wisdom teeth out, which were very impacted, Silver was told to make sure to do all the normal ...

After tooth extraction, it is normal for the area to bleed and then clot, generally within a few minutes. It is abnormal if bleeding continues without clot formation, or lasts beyond 8 to 12 hours; ...

Trypophobia warning! If clusters of holes make your skin crawl, the Bleeding Tooth Fungus might be your worst nightmare.

Many people assume a bit of blood during brushing or flossing is no cause for concern. But according to Dr Deepa Chopra, a ...