Dry socket usually occurs 3-4 days after tooth extraction with constant and severe pain and may radiate to the auriculotemporal region, mandibular region or the top of the head, along with local lymph node enlargement, pressure pain and discomfort symptoms such as restricted mouth opening and hypothermia. Gum abscesses may appear at the sockets of missing teeth and there is a corrosive, foul-smelling discharge with a strong putrid odor. Dry socket is a common clinical complication after tooth extraction. Paying attention to cleaning and maintaining oral hygiene after tooth extraction can avoid inducing dry socket. Moreover, dry socket is somewhat self-limiting, and most patients’ pain can be relieved by themselves with time, but if the pain is severe and unbearable, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. In addition, if the pain is a constant mild pain that gradually worsens, it may be due to a local infection that causes the spread of inflammation, which in turn causes the pain, not necessarily dry socket. However, regardless of the form of pain, prompt hospital consultation is recommended to clarify the cause and then actively cooperate with treatment. If the painful area is infected, a thorough debridement is usually required, followed by local filling with iodoform gauze to isolate external stimuli, which can help reduce pain and promote the growth of granulation tissue. You can also receive antibiotics or analgesic medications such as metronidazole, azithromycin, and ibuprofen under medical supervision. During the painful period, be careful not to consume excessively hot, hard and spicy stimulating foods, which may irritate the wound and aggravate the symptoms.