what does dry socket feel like

Dry socket feels like a severe, persistent, and throbbing pain that usually starts 1 to 5 days after a tooth extraction. The pain is intense because the protective blood clot in the socket is missing or dislodged, exposing the underlying bone and nerves. This pain often radiates from the extraction site to nearby areas such as the ear, eye, temple, or neck. People describe it as sharp, aching, or stabbing pain that can be so severe it interferes with daily activities and is not fully relieved by over-the-counter pain medications. Additional symptoms may include bad breath, an unpleasant taste in the mouth, slight fever, and visible exposed bone in the socket instead of a dark blood clot