Hello doctor, for the past two weeks i have been having this salty taste coming from the right side of my mouth. It is also slightyly numb as well and i really dont know what it is. This taste still remains no matter what i eat and how many times i brush my teeth including the side of my mouth. When i use my mouthwash it buen in that place and also when i gargle with salt water. can you pls help me.
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The salty taste in the oral cavity could be because of the tooth or gum infection resulting in abscess formation leading to pus discharge. When there is a pus discharge the metallic taste will be there. Consult an oral physician and get it ruled out. If it is gum or tooth infection get it treated. You can take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500 mg and metronidazole 400 mg TID for 5 days(if you are not allergic).  After taking antibiotics you can get the tooth treated with RCT(if bone support is fine) for tooth infection. If it is gum infection then get your teeth cleaned once and maintain the oral hygiene. I hope my answer will help you, take care.