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I have an absence in my mouth and all i taste and smell is infection what do i do?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dental Care... ASAP: If you taste and smell infection, it is draining. This problem requires immediate attention. Please see a dentist in your town to have yourself examined and treated. You cannot treat this on your own.

Answered 3/13/2020

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

See dentist: See your Dentist ASAP for proper diagnosis and treatment. Treatment differs depending on the cause. For now, at least, rinse 3-5 times a day with very warm salt water and take ibuprofen for pain and inflammation. If worsens, go to E.R. Good luck.

Answered 1/5/2019

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I have an absence in my mouth and all i taste and smell is infection what do i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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