My mouth tastes like crap. They said I could brush my teeth today, but it hurts too much to open my mouth enough to get the brush in there. Plus the toothpaste burns the holes. What else can I do to get this poo taste out of my mouth? I'm not real big on saltwater gargling....
2006-11-21 03:56:19 · 10 answers · asked by two_kee_kees 4 in Health ➔ Dental
wow! is EVERYONE getting their wisdom teeth pulled?! i had mine pulled on Friday, And i met a girl who had hers pulled on wednsday...wow!
well seems like salt water is the only option u have.
but hey! it prevents infection!
Just make sure you dont suck on any straws or just any thing...
you dont wanna get an air pocket....I heard it hurts sooooo BAD! just take it easy and be carefull.....trust me! no one thinks recovering from having your wisdom teeth is fun.....
agh! its not! even i think it still sucks!
2006-11-21 04:07:57 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well first off I'm surprised they are letting you gargle the day after. I got mine out 4 years ago and I wasn't aloud to brush for a week. Gargle with salt and water. that's all you got.. maybe get some mint extract and add a drop or two to some water (so it won't burn but help with the nasties) and gargle with that. Get some breath mints too. Something small like tictacs or altoids (though the altoids are very strong). Just give it time and tote around your mints untill you can open your mouth more. And do give it a week before you brush. You could rip a stich or get an infection. If you are worried about buildup try scrubbing (suingyour finger) with a paste made from baking soda and water. Use your finger.
2006-11-21 04:00:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, but saltwater will help the most as we are made of salt and water. (and a little bone)
Yes, salt water is the best. It would probable help the awful taste in your mouth too.
If it gets worse call your doctor.
2006-11-21 04:03:30 · answer #3 · answered by Momwithaheart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use baking soda or a mouth wash that is especially made for cleaning and sores in the mouth, not the just your usual pedestrian type brands. They can be found at your local drug store.
2006-11-21 04:01:21 · answer #4 · answered by Dale 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Force yourself to do the saltwater gargling. I know I hate it doing that, but it really does help.
2006-11-21 03:57:50 · answer #5 · answered by Glee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ok, to the person who told you to try sucking through a straw...PLEASE DON'T!!! This will surely cause a dry socket and you will be in excruciating pain and need to go back to the surgeon ASAP for relief!! try brushing your teeth and using warm warm to rinse afterward. just don't brush on the "holes" but all your other teeth.
2006-11-21 05:33:43 · answer #6 · answered by Queen B 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
may take a few more days to calm your jaw but for the present time, try using a straw to suck in the water and gargle a.
Just try to keep at it.
Peace
2006-11-21 04:01:37 · answer #7 · answered by Peace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you could try sucking on a mint or a hard lifesaver........ im not big on salt water either i mean it just makes it taste like salty poo instead of regular poo...lol!
:D
2006-11-21 04:02:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go back to the denist, or feel the burn!
2006-11-21 03:59:15 · answer #9 · answered by Ms pretty (Detroit, Mi) holla! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
deal with it. it will go away eventually
2006-11-21 03:57:34 · answer #10 · answered by a.gatenby 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋