“What color is the clot after tooth extraction?”
I am a 26 year old male. I want to know what color is the clot after tooth extraction?
3 Answers
Hello,
A clot after an extraction forms the same way most clots do. The extraction site (the socket the tooth sits in) fills with blood shortly after the tooth is extracted. This gives the clot a dark red color. However, this color will most likely changes over the next few days. It can remain dark red or become lighter red. Sometimes if the clot is lost (dry socket or alveolar osteitis) the extraction site will have a white and red appearance. Ultimately the gums will heal over the area and it will have the same color as the rest of the gums. Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
A clot after an extraction forms the same way most clots do. The extraction site (the socket the tooth sits in) fills with blood shortly after the tooth is extracted. This gives the clot a dark red color. However, this color will most likely changes over the next few days. It can remain dark red or become lighter red. Sometimes if the clot is lost (dry socket or alveolar osteitis) the extraction site will have a white and red appearance. Ultimately the gums will heal over the area and it will have the same color as the rest of the gums. Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
The same color as a scab over a wound else where on your body.
Ranges from dark red/crimson to brownish.
