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Q: Is a smell of rotting meat a sign of a sinus or tooth infection?
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How can I tell if I have a sinus infection?

Some symptoms of a sinus infection include headache, bad breath, stuffy nose, fever, tooth pain and reduced sense of taste and smell. If you have quite a few of these symptoms then you could very likely have a sinus infection.


Can a fractured tooth with a cavity cause sinus problems?

If it is an upper tooth, yes. That is because often the roots of the upper back teeth sit in the maxillary sinus. Any infection of those roots can result in problems with the sinus.


What makes a tooth smell?

Very possibly an infection; you must see a dentist.


Does the hole from the tooth extraction stink?

Chances are it is normal. The dried blood and food that gets trapped in there will smell, and since you aren't brushing the socket it will start to smell. Rinse with warm salt water up to 5 times a day to help clean it out and prevent infection. If it continues then see your dentist to make sure it is not an infection.


Can you treat a sinus infection caused by tooth with clindamycin?

Yes you sure can. Clindamycin is used to treat the following (amongst MANY others): Severe Sinusitis caused by Streptococcus Pneumoniae, Acute Streptococcus Pyogenes Bacteria Infection of Sinuses, Acute Sinus Infection caused by Staphylococcus Bacteria, Sinus Irritation and Congestion


Is it necessary to take out a wisdom tooth that has a sinus infection?

Yes, Because I personally would not want a infected tooth in my mouth. I would like to get that tooth out because I would not want to have to deal with that breath taking pain.


Can You get a ear infection from a sinus infection?

Yes, it's safe, but be sure to tell the dentist anyway. They will want to know, especially if you are on medications. Yes it is ok to fill your cavity. Unless your have an acute infection and your doctor told you to stay in bed, then you can postpone your appointment. But if you can function there is no problem in treating your cavity.


Can a upper tooth extraction effect sinus?

Yes, the extraction of an upper tooth can affect the sinuses.


Can it treat a tooth infection?

yes you can treat a tooth infection with medication


Will the use of gelfoam following a tooth extraction where there is infection indicated?

Gelfoam is indicated after a dental extraction if the root was touching the sinus, and the extraction made an opening in the sinus floor. The gelfoam would help in a quicker and more efficient healing of the sinus floor. Some dentists also use an antibiotic coated gelfoam to put in the extraction site even if there is no opening with the sinus.


What are symptoms of tooth infection?

There are quite a few symptoms of tooth infection such as fever. Other symptoms of tooth infection include smelly drainage and pain.


What is a tooth abyss?

A tooth abscess is an infection. This might be under your tooth or around your tooth. Either way, it's an infection that can be very painful.