There is a metallic smell in a 3 year old's mouth after falling and busting the mouth and trauma to a tooth. there is also a large bruise on the inner lip. what should be done?

Stitches?: If the child had been seen in er & stitched, iodine was used to clean the wound, which will give a metallic smell. If not, did the tooth move/change color? Is there a bump above/below it? If the answer is yes to any of these, then the tooth may be infected, causing the odor. If the child has not seen a dentist already, please do, if only to play it safe for the adult tooth growing above/below.

Dental Trauma: Your child should be seen as soon as possible for an evaluation and treatment by a pedodontist (pediatric dentist). There are many issues here that need to be addressed by a professional.

Needs to see dentist: Bleeding or infection can cause a mouth odor. If you have. Lt taken your child to a dentist yet, do this today. A pediatric dentist is best able to treat your child.