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Can tooth decay cause loss of taste? had it extracted and can taste much better?
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Change in taste: Decay, debris, bacteria, acid, and toxins can all alter your sense of taste, and smell. Glad you're doing better now.
Answered 6/29/2016
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Sinus infection?: If this involves an upper tooth, the infection can get into the sinuses leading to a loss of smell and taste.
Answered 6/29/2016
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