Oral Contraceptives
Because these contain either progesterone or estrogen, they may mimic pregnant dental symptoms such as bleeding, swollen and sore gums. Women using oral contraceptives have a much great chance of developing a painful condition know as "dry socket" after an extraction. This is a situation where the blood clot does not form properly after an extraction resulting in a localized, painful inflammation. Be sure to inform you dentist if you are using oral contraceptives and having a tooth extracted.