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A member asked:
Can a person have a tooth infection without any pain instead my tooth has an infected smell when i floss?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Depends on whal part harbours the infection, and what type of infection.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Yes: When dental decay has not reach the dental pulp there is no symptoms of any kind other than bad odor from the cavity! see your dentist!
Answered 4/5/2020
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Yes: Yes..Can have tooth infection and no pain if tooth is non vital..Yes can get smell when ossing if underlying periodontal disease..Gingivitis..Or not flossing regularly..Or poor oral hygiene.Cavities between the teeth.
Answered 2/10/2015
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Is it normal for floss to smell after flossing your teeth?
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Why is it every time I floss i sense smell from my teeth?..I wash them regularly
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