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Yellowish brown saliva in the morning 10 or more days after tooth extraction. no other symtoms. is this normal? should i be concerned?

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No concern: You should not be concerned. This is normal pigmentation of the saliva from the blood clot in the tooth socket. It should subside soon.

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/24/2020

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