Lifestyle and home remedies

You can help promote healing and reduce symptoms during treatment of dry socket by following your dentist's or oral surgeon's instructions for self-care. You'll likely be told to:

• Take pain medications as prescribed
• Avoid smoking or using tobacco products
• Drink plenty of clear liquids to remain hydrated and to prevent nausea that may be associated with some pain medications
• Rinse your mouth gently with warm salt water several times a day
• Brush your teeth gently around the dry socket area
• Use caution with eating or drinking, avoid carbonated beverages, and avoid smoking or using a straw to prevent dislodging the dressing