I had a decayed tooth pulled out about a month ago and the area is still healing. But When I floss around that area I still smell decay. And just the last few days I have noticed that when I have a bowel movement it also has a decay smell to it. (The smell is not everyday, but enough for me to be concerned). Like my tooth did. Is this normal? I am not sure if I should see my dentist again or call my Regular Doctor. The Dentist did a great deal of work on my teeth. Deep root cleaning,( They used A LOT of Novocaine). And I have very very bad TMJ. So I lost a great deal of weight in this process as it hurt so bad to eat. I drank smoothies and such, but was shaky every morning when I woke up. I had to force myself to eat. I am eating now (and it still hurts my TMJ just not AS bad)...Solid foods and then I noticed the decay smell off and on with my bowel movements STILL. I floss and brush with a special toothpaste they prescribed to me. It is called SF 5000 PLUS. I am poor and am on The Government Insurance UnitedHealthcare NPN . So my options are limited to the care I can receive. Please HELP. As this is a very big concern to me. Thank you so much. Nancy Fries Dye.