From tomorrow, which aftercare instruction is recommended for dry socket?

• A. Rinse with plain water after every meal
• B. From tomorrow use salty mouthwashes twice daily
• C. Avoid all mouthwashes for a week
• D. Wait 3 days before any oral care

Answer: (B)

The important idea is that keeping the socket clean while protecting the healing clot is key after a dry socket. Saltwater rinses are gentle and help by cleansing debris, reducing bacteria, and easing pain without irritating the healing tissue. Starting from tomorrow with a salty mouthwash twice a day provides this cleansing and soothing effect, and it avoids the harshness of alcohol-based rinses that can irritate the socket.

Rinsing with plain water after every meal is not as beneficial because it lacks the cleansing action of salt and may not reduce bacterial load as effectively. Avoiding all mouthwashes for a week delays necessary cleaning and can increase the risk of infection. Waiting three days before any oral care would allow debris to accumulate and could worsen healing and pain.