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Recently got filling in back bottom. they had to cut down into gum a bit. since then im getting mothball taste smell from that area when i touch behind the tooth and gum with tongue. cause? resolution?

Q: recently got filling in back bottom. they had to cut down into gum a bit. since then im getting mothball taste smell from that area when i touch behind the tooth and gum with tongue. cause? resolution?

: Food and debris is accumulating around and under filling and gum. After brushing use a Waterpik to remove any left over debris and rinse with mouthwash.

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

Food and debris is accumulating around and under filling and gum. After brushing use a Waterpik to remove any left over debris and rinse with mouthwash.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 6/30/2023

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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There may be bacteria trapped under the gingival crest causing the odor. It would be a good idea to have your dentist re-evaluate the restoration and the surrounding tissue.

Answered 6/30/2023

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A member asked:

Recently got filling in back bottom. they had to cut down into gum a bit. since then im getting mothball taste smell from that area when i touch behind the tooth and gum with tongue. cause? resolution?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Trager answered

Dr Malerman agreed

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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