Research backgroundDry socket is one of the most common complications occurring after the extraction of a permanent tooth, but despite its high incidence, there is no established treatment for this condition. Nigella sativa oil has anti-inflammatory properties and enhances wound healing. Thus, we have decided to conduct a study to evaluate the efficacy of Nigella sativa oil in the context of dry sockets.
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