Why do I have frequent pain and foul odor in my mouth after extraction of my lower wisdom tooth?
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Q. Can removal of retained roots help in relieving pain and foul odor in the mouth?

Answered by
Dr. Naveen Thomas
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Jun 28, 2022 and last reviewed on: Jul 24, 2023

Hello doctor,

I got my lower wisdom tooth removed three months ago. A piece of a root was retained accidentally. I am having frequent pain and a foul odor in my mouth. However, there is no swelling.

Kindly advise.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. You have to get the root piece extracted as early as possible. I suggest the below treatment plan:

  • Tablet Augmentin 625 mg (Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid) thrice a day for a week.
  • Tablet Acenext P (Aceclofenac and Paracetamol) thrice a day for three days.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.


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