Ageusia a loss of taste. This means you cannot detect any – tastes at all. Oral hygiene Poor oral hygiene can also contribute to changes in your sense of taste. It is important to maintain good oral health by looking after your mouth, teeth and gums to make sure your mouth does not become dry or sore. Swallowing problems, as well as other effects of stroke such as paralysis or weakness may make this difficult. Some types of medication can also add to these difficulties by giving you a dry mouth or affecting the control of your saliva. Saliva is essential for our sense of taste. If you are not able to swallow, you or your carer should regularly take steps to maintain good oral health. This includes brushing your teeth, cleaning your gums and cleaning any dentures. You
Ageusia – a loss of taste. This means you cannot detect any tastes at all. Oral hygiene Poor oral hygiene can also contribute to changes in your sense of taste. It is important to maintain good oral health by looking after your mouth, teeth and gums to make sure your mouth does not become dry or sore. Swallowing problems, as well as other effects of stroke such as paralysis or weakness may make this difficult. Some types of medication can also add to these difficulties by giving you a dry mouth or affecting the control of your saliva. Saliva is essential for our sense of taste. If you are not able to swallow, you or your carer should regularly take steps to maintain good oral health. This includes brushing your teeth, cleaning your gums and cleaning any dentures. You
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