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Nobody looks forward to getting a tooth removed (unless it’s been keeping you up all night!), but it is a procedure most of us will face at some point. Here are some things you need to know to make the event easier, more painless and with fewer complications.

I discuss how to manage bleeding, dry sockets, pain medications and more.