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My wisdom tooth is decayed and is it possible it makes my mouth smell?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
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!
Answered 5/7/2018
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Yes: Yes, very likely. At your age, removal of wisdom teeth is much more complicated. Make sure you have the tooth removed by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 5/10/2015
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