Treatment for Taste Changes

Distortion of the sense of taste or altered taste is also called dysgeusia.

There could be a bitter or metallic taste in the absence of any offending substance in the mouth (phantogeusia).

What conditions can result in taste changes?

Some of the reasons of taste changes include

• Dryness of mouth
• Poor oral hygiene
• Medications
• Changes in oral flora- candidiasis
• Untreated mouth infections
• Gastric reflux
• Change to smell
• Psychological issues
• Deficiency of certain minerals
• Systemic disorders such as diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease and thyroid disease
• Burning mouth syndrome
• Injury to nerves carrying taste sensation

How is taste change treated?

Taste detection can be measured by applying the selected solution to particular regions of the mouth.

A thorough clinical examination to determine and treat the cause of taste changes.

Consideration for eliminating any offending drugs.

Medical consult might be required for any underlying endocrine or psychiatric issues .