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Can bad crown be leaving unusual taste in mouth?

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It can: Infection underneath resulting in tissue inflammation, food build up, decay, etc, may lead to bad mouth associated with it.

Dr Karsant and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 10/18/2016

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Yes: Decay under the crown, food trapping under the crown, or an infection of the tooth could cause a bad taste/ smell.

Dr Landman agreed

Answered 6/8/2016

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