Food keeps getting stuck in the extraction hole. Brushing and rinsing don't help. How can I remove it?

Food getting stuck in the socket while it heals is a natural part of the process. The gap gradually fills in over about 3-4 weeks as new tissue grows in. Trying to dig the food out with a toothpick or similar tool can re-injure the wound, so we recommend simply rinsing the area with clean water after meals. However, if the area starts to smell bad, become painful, or produce pus, it may be infected and you should come in.