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A member asked:
Horrible pain bad smell and taste after tooth extraction. what is wrong?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dry socket: Sounds like you developed a dry socket. Very uncomfortable but easily treated by your dentist. Make an appointment to see him.
Answered 4/12/2015
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Healing : It is normal to have bad smell and taste after an extraction due to the bleeding and healing. Usually the odor/taste resolves after one week. If it has been longer than one week, have your dentist examine your mouth to make sure you do not have a post-operative infection. If you have infection, you may need antibiotics.
Answered 2/19/2020
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Dry Socket ?: Possibly an infection. See your dentist for post operative care.
Answered 5/30/2015
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