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I have this weird taste in my mouth, but no other symptoms of dry socket. what could be wrong?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Extraction?: Did you have an extraction? Your post did not say. Dry sockets occur after extractions, so have your dentist take a look.

Answered 6/3/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Very common: If you have food stuck in there, that could be the reason for the smell. You should rinse with warm salt water or mouthwash 3-4 times/day to keep food out of the socket. Take care.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 1/2/2016

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