Question 1

smells like something died in there after wisdom tooth extraction. how to get rid of this smell?

Accepted Answer

Keep clean: After the blood clot forms and is stable - usually 3-5 days, you may rinse carefully with salt water and diluted mouthwash. Also, keep the teeth and tongue clean. This will help freshen things up for you. It shall pass, hang in there.

Question 2

hi, i had bad breath, so removed my decayed tooth. but, i was never confident then. now again, my wisdom tooth gum swell and smell. in time, when i rub some other gums, it smells. i follow good hygiene. can i have a bad breath test?

Accepted Answer

: Have your wisdom tooth extracted, bacteria is forming around and under your wisdom tooth. This build up of bacteria is causing the odor to spread around your mouth, remove the cause and continue your good oral hygiene.

Question 3

i had wisdom tooth extraction and was prescribed augmentin. during sex it smells like the medication. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Augmentin or BV?: Amoxicillin, the main ingredient in Augmentin, has a strong odor that is easily detected in the urine. Maybe it could appear in genital fluids. On the other hand, the main cause of vaginal odor after sex is bacterial vaginosis, overgrowth of vaginal bacteria. BV odor usually is described as fishy. If it continues after you have finished the antibiotic, best to see your doctor about it. Goodl luc

Question 4

a fowl smell is coming from my bottom wisdom tooth. why? it does not hurt, should i still get it extracted? i'm worried as i'm going on holiday soon!

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: Have your dentist clinically examine and area and take radiographs of the four wisdom teeth to ascertain a diagnosis. The tooth or teeth may be partially impacted and you are getting food stuck in the area, see the dentist to see if you need to be referred to an oral surgeon.

Question 5

my wisdom tooth is decayed and is it possible it makes my mouth smell?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: There are many other possible causes as well. Even if you had a fresh smelling mouth, you need to repair or extract the wisdom tooth. Personally, i would care more about pain, swelling and spread of infection!

Question 6

3rd day after wisdom tooth extraction bad smell & taste from the place stitches are, mostly the side. also lightly brown saliva. should i be alarmed?

Accepted Answer

Go see dentist: If you're not In pain it's most likely food that's trapped and rotting under your gums. Go see your dentist to have them take a closer look and potentially clean out that area

Question 7

after my wisdom tooth operation i have a bad smell problem from my mouth. should i visit the doctor for cleanup or you can suggest something for me to get rid of the  bad smell?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist or:: It is not always easy to remove wisdom teeth; sometimes a bit of the root remains which can cause a chronic infection called a cavitation. I am concerned you may have cavitations or a chronic infection so please return to the dentist who did the surgery (or another oral surgeon) to assess and treat this.

Question 8

what is this strange sore in my mouth? i have this strange sore in my mouth on the left most inner side of my cheek next to my wisdom tooth. its this white pimple like growth that feels swollen. its also giving out this very stinky smell from my mouth. i

Accepted Answer

It : It sounds like you may be dealing with an infection that spread from a tooth cavity, which is called a dental abscess. These can become very painful when tissues become inflamed or due to the pressure of the abscess itself. Pus collects at the site of the infection. This can become progressively more painful until the abscess ruptures or drains on its own. This process can cause a very foul odor in the mouth. 
The more concerning issue here is the fact that you feel like there is something stuck in your throat. If the infection has spread to your throat, it can cause an obstruction (blocks your airway) and this is a medical emergency. Regardless you will need an urgent medical evaluation, antibiotics, and a dental referral.
Good luck.

Question 9

how will wisdom tooth(s) extraction affect my overall lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

What's your: Lifestyle?  If you need to have your wisdom tooth(teeth) removed, discuss this issue with the surgeon who will be actually treating you.

Question 10

so i have a wisdom tooth growing in and i have pain. i also have anbesol and i am wondering if i can still use it if the date on it says that its expired 04/22?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, you can if it's still effective. Take care!

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Smells like something died in there after wisdom tooth extraction. how to get rid of this smell?

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Hi, i had bad breath, so removed my decayed tooth. but, i was never confident then. now again, my wisdom tooth gum swell and smell. in time, when i rub some other gums, it smells. i follow good hygiene. can i have a bad breath test?

A member asked:

I had wisdom tooth extraction and was prescribed augmentin. during sex it smells like the medication. is this normal?

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A fowl smell is coming from my bottom wisdom tooth. why? it does not hurt, should i still get it extracted? i'm worried as i'm going on holiday soon!

A member asked:

My wisdom tooth is decayed and is it possible it makes my mouth smell?

A member asked:

3rd day after wisdom tooth extraction bad smell & taste from the place stitches are, mostly the side. also lightly brown saliva. should i be alarmed?

A member asked:

After my wisdom tooth operation i have a bad smell problem from my mouth. should i visit the doctor for cleanup or you can suggest something for me to get rid of the bad smell?

A member asked:

What is this strange sore in my mouth? i have this strange sore in my mouth on the left most inner side of my cheek next to my wisdom tooth. its this white pimple like growth that feels swollen. its also giving out this very stinky smell from my mouth. i

A member asked:

How will wisdom tooth(s) extraction affect my overall lifestyle?

A member asked:

So i have a wisdom tooth growing in and i have pain. i also have anbesol and i am wondering if i can still use it if the date on it says that its expired 04/22?

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