Enhanced Verifiable CPD from the
University of Birmingham

Guidance on management of common acute dental problems
MCQ 3:

Alveolar osteitis (dry socket) and post-extraction haemorrhage

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Choose the Single Best Answer (SBA) to the questions below:


What type of tooth extraction is most commonly associated with alveolar osteitis?



What are some symptoms that patients with Alveolar Osteitis may experience?



When does pain typically start after an extraction in alveolar osteitis?



When should antibiotics be prescribed for alveolar osteitis?



Which antiseptic irrigant is NOT recommended for the treatment of Dry Socket due to the potential risk of allergic reaction?



What is a suitable material to dress the socket in subsequent care for Dry Socket?



When does post-extraction bleeding indicate potential infection?



What should a patient avoid doing for 24 hours after post-extraction haemorrhage has stopped?



What should be done if the bleeding after tooth extraction persists after your attempts to control it?

 

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