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Is mouth rinse necessary after extraction? My Dr didn't give me any mouth wash. He said not to do salt water rinses also. Do I need to buy any mouth rinses? I had extraction and tongue biopsy 2 days ago. I feel some soreness, stingy and sharp pain in tongue where they did the injection. The injection was so painful when they did. Is stinging soreness normal on tongue after biopsy? I also feel some bad smell from the mouth. I brush gently and rinse gently. Didn't brush the extraction side of the mouth yet. Is bad smell normal after extraction?
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After tooth extraction and tongue biopsy, it is generally recommended to maintain good oral hygiene to promote healing and prevent infection. While your dentist didn't specifically prescribe a mouth rinse or recommend saltwater rinses, it's still important to keep your mouth clean. You can gently rinse your mouth with warm saltwater solution (dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) after 24 hours of the extraction and biopsy. This helps in keeping the area clean and reducing the risk of infection. However, if your dentist has advised against it, it's best to follow their instructions. As for mouth rinses, there are over-the-counter antiseptic mouthwashes available that can be used after extractions to promote healing and maintain oral hygiene. If you are experiencing bad breath or discomfort, you may consider using an alcohol-free, antimicrobial mouth rinse. It's always a good idea to consult with your dentist for specific recommendations on mouth rinses that are suitable for your situation. Some soreness, stinging, and sharp pain in the tongue after a biopsy are common and expected. The injection site may also be tender. These symptoms should gradually improve over time as the area heals. If the pain or soreness persists or worsens, it's best to consult your dentist for further evaluation. Regarding the bad smell, it is not uncommon to experience a temporary unpleasant odor after an extraction due to the healing process and the presence of blood or debris in the area. Maintaining good oral hygiene, including gentle brushing, rinsing, and avoiding smoking or consuming strong-smelling foods, can help alleviate the odor. If the smell persists or you have concerns, it's advisable to consult your dentist for an evaluation.
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Hello Bed smell is not normal after extraction ,get it check .mouthwash n mouth rinse is not recommended after extraction
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mouthrinses not recommonded after extraction of teeth. gently clean wound with fingures. Smell may be due to poor oral hyegiene but may maintain once healing process completes. dont worry.
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wait for two more weeks.
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Do not chew from those teeth till problems are resolved.
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Don't use a mouthwash after Extraction instead do cold fomentation... place an ice cube over the biopsy area and the Extraction socket Keep the Extraction socket clean Avoid hot and spicy food. Some soreness generally exists after biopsy ... it will go with time and with some anti inflammatory medication. For the bad smell, keep socket clean. Check if there any indigestion due to side effects of antibiotics. If then also the smell persists visit a nearby dentist for clinical evaluation of the underlying cause
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Hi. 1) Refrain from using any mouth wash as of now,keep extracted site clean. 2)Pop an ice cube on injected site. 3)If your experiencing  very bad odour and pain then get physically evualted
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Kindly visit nearby dental surgeon for physical examination and evaluation
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*Advised to keep yourself Hydrated *Advised to keep the extraction site clean Hope your question is answered
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