SECTION THREE If you are concerned Dry socket Dry socket affects 5–10% of patients. It shows itself as intense, persistent, throbbing pain beginning 3–5 days after the extraction, once the initial soreness has already started to settle, and it is often accompanied by an unpleasant taste. It is not dangerous, but it does need treating. Please contact the practice as soon as possible: we will irrigate the socket gently, remove the trapped debris and place a soothing dressing. Please ring us if you experience Bleeding that does not stop after 15 minutes of firm pressure on gauze, or that is heavy and fresh rather than blood-stained saliva. Pain that is severe, worsening after the third day, or not controlled by your usual painkillers. Swelling that continues to increase after three days, spreads towards the eye or neck, or makes swallowing or breathing difficult. A raised temperature, feeling generally unwell, or a bad taste and discharge from the wound. Numbness of the lip, chin or tongue that has not recovered several hours after your appointment. A sharp fragment that persists in the socket, or any concern at all that you would like to talk through. How to reach us Telephone 0118 959 0222 — during practice opening hours Email reception@kendrickdental.co.uk In person 39 London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5BL Out of hours Please follow the message on our answering service, or call NHS 111 for urgent advice. In a medical emergency, such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 999. • • • • • • Given to patient by Date 39 London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5BL · T. 0118 959 0222 E. reception@kendrickdental.co.uk · www.kendrickdental.co.uk
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