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Is temporary loss of taste after dental anesthesia normal?
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Yes: Especially if the tongue is numb. That's where your taste buds are located. The tongue is often anesthetized when lower teeth are operated.
Answered 11/29/2019
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Possibly: If there is numbness, your taste sensation and feeling could be compromised.
Answered 9/7/2013
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