Because the pain spreads, it may reach your sinuses or the upper parts of your skull. This will interfere with your brain, and your head will hurt a little bit. Your dentist will assess the magnitude of the infection and will likely prescribe you anti-inflammatory medication. The best treatment for dry socket-related headaches is aspirin or ibuprofen.

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