Gustatory dysfunction

Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences

关键词: Ageusia;    dysgeusia;    hypergeusia;    hypogeusia;    phantogeusia;    taste disorders;    taste disturbances;   

DOI  :  10.4103/0975-7406.137257

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Tastes in humans provide a vital tool for screening soluble chemicals for food evaluation, selection, and avoidance of potentially toxic substances. Taste or gustatory dysfunctions are implicated in loss of appetite, unintended weight loss, malnutrition, and reduced quality of life. Dental practitioners are often the first clinicians to be presented with complaints about taste dysfunction. This brief review provides a summary of the common causes of taste disorders, problems associated with assessing taste function in a clinical setting and management options available to the dental practitioner.

【 授权许可】

Unknown