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[|Human|] Hi I recently had my lower left wisdom tooth removed 5 days ago and for the last 2 day I have had a cough and stuffed up nose. I coughed this afternoon and now when I drink water I can feel a gum flap loose in back. The dentist never gave me stitches after the procedure. Do I need to worry about a dry socket?
[|AI|]  Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Read your query. Waa the tooth removal a normal extraction or a surgical procedure ? If it was a normal procedure, suture will be put according to the necessity and by the proper judgement of the dentist. Surgical extraction needs sutures compulsory. I would suggest to just compress the socket with a sterile gauge or visit your dentist to do it for you.Don't try to disturb the flap. Avoid vigorous gargling, though continue with the salt water gargling. Continue with the medication prescribed and visit your dentist to evaluate the healing socket. Hope this was useful. Thanks and regards.