Extracted wisdom tooth post-op bad taste in mouth
Added: July 26, 2006 - 4:41 AM
By: bp1@ureach.com, Buffalo, Ny, IL
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Case Summary
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Extractions / Oral Surgery
Teeth: 1
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: Feb 2006
Last Cleaning: Feb 2006
Case Description
It's been about two weeks since I had three wisdom teeth extracted. I've noticed that I have persistent bad breath due to a small amount of discharge coming from the upper right site. It tastes salty. There is no pain at all. I can feel with my tongue that there is some moderately sharp object lodged in the site; possibly a suture. My other two extraction sites are doing just fine. I've taken an oral temperature and I'm at 98.6 F. Is this something to be concerned about? I've moved recently and unfortunately don't have access to my original oral surgeon.
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Reply: Extracted wisdom tooth post-op bad taste in mouth
added: July 26, 2006 - 5:43 AM
The sharp object is probably bone. You may need to have it smoothed down if it doesn''''t resolve on its own. The bad taste is common and should go away. You should probably have it looked at anyway just to make sure.Good Luck!
Reply: Extracted wisdom tooth post-op bad taste in mouth
added: July 26, 2006 - 7:48 PM
Hi,The bad taste is most likely exudate (pus). You should have the area checked. It may be a bony spicule, or a root tip, or the area may not be healing well.Since you do not have a dentist in your new location, you should also schedule a New Patient exam. We would welcome the opportunity to care for you.We look forward to hearing from you!Jen Moran, DDS
Reply: Extracted wisdom tooth post-op bad taste in mouth
added: July 27, 2006 - 9:36 AM
Dear Bp1,It may be a good idea to make an appointment with an oral surgeon in your area just to make sure all is healing well. In the mean time, give the oral surgeon that did the extractions a call and tell them what you are experiencing. They may be able to give you some valuable information over the phone. Best of luck.Dr. Joseph P. Barry, DDS685 Graceland AvenueDes Plaine, IL 60016847-824-3536
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