jah526 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 Has this happened to anyone else? The dental hygienist applied a topical numbing agent before using the ultrasonic, since I told her I’m sensitive to it. This was yesterday morning and I’ve noticed a significant decrease in my sense of taste since then. Especially with chocolate, which I love. I called the dental office and they said it’s not unusual and should only last a day or two. But so far I haven’t seen much improvement. I’m pretty freaked out, nothing like this has ever happened to me before. Link to post Share on other sites
CautiouslyOptimistic Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 The dental hygienist applied a topical numbing agent before using the ultrasonic I didn't even know you could ask for that. I hate that thing, too. I've never noticed a loss of the sense of taste after a topical analgesic. But then I've only ever had it localized to pretty much one spot. I hope this clears up soon! That must be really annoying. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
The Outlaw Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 If I remember correctly, I think I've had that happen and my sense of taste returned in a day or two. It just takes a little time. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Author jah526 Posted November 28, 2019 Author Share Posted November 28, 2019 I didn't even know you could ask for that. I hate that thing, too. Yeah, I didn’t know either until she suggested it. But if I’d known I wasn’t going to be able to taste chocolate afterwards, I would’ve opted for the pain. I’ll wait and see. In the meantime, I’m watching a spot on my arm turn a lovely shade of magenta... Link to post Share on other sites
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