Not only will smoking cause this, but other tobacco-related habits, like dipping or chewing, can increase the healing time, cause the area not to heal, or cause dry socket.

Does chewing tobacco cause dry sockets?

Those who use tobacco, whether it's chewing or smoking it, are much more likely to develop dry socket. While the fast inhalation of cigarette smoke can also lead to your clot becoming dislodged, the chemicals inside that tobacco can also cause your socket to become infected.

How long should you wait to dip after getting your tooth pulled?

Two Weeks. Avoid chewing from the extraction site for about two weeks following the procedure to disrupt and delay the healing process. While you can begin to eat your usual foods after three days, avoid very hot, spicy, acidic, sticky, and crunchy foods until your gum and jawbone is fully healed.