Bad taste in mouth after wisdom tooth extraction?!
Question: So I've already asked a few questions on wisdom teeth but I'm a little paranoid. Anyway, my lower wisdom tooth was taken out 2 days ago and when I woke up today I had this bad taste in my mouth that was like morning breath. So I brushed my teeth (very gently) as well as my tongue and then proceeded to rinse. The taste still came back though. I can't see how it would be an infection because I'm on antibiotics and taking them 4 times a day. Also, I've experienced no pain at all, just some jaw stiffness (no swelling either). Anyone have any idea? Thanks!
Answers: So I've already asked a few questions on wisdom teeth but I'm a little paranoid. Anyway, my lower wisdom tooth was taken out 2 days ago and when I woke up today I had this bad taste in my mouth that was like morning breath. So I brushed my teeth (very gently) as well as my tongue and then proceeded to rinse. The taste still came back though. I can't see how it would be an infection because I'm on antibiotics and taking them 4 times a day. Also, I've experienced no pain at all, just some jaw stiffness (no swelling either). Anyone have any idea? Thanks!
You may also have a blood clot or a small piece of food trapped in the hole left by the removed tooth.
You could have an infection anyways because antibotics take time to get into your bloodstream.