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Are You A Supertaster?

Introduction
Course Author(s): Nancy W. Burkhart, BSDH, MEd, EdD;Carol Perkins, RDH, BA, AS
CE Credits: 2 Hour(s)
Intended Audience: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online: 02/03/2015
Last Revision Date: NA
Course Expiration Date: 01/03/2018
Cost: Free
Method: Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s): 11, 149, 557

Introduction

As dental professionals, we get numerous questions about the tongue, taste and any sensation associated with the oral cavity.  Super-tasting is being recognized by more healthcare professionals, researchers and industry.  This course addresses the relationship of taste, smell and the etiology of these sensations; while presenting information on the health benefits and health risks of all three classifications of tasters.  Specific techniques are outlined that assists the practitioner in determining the classifications of tasters.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • The authors report no conflicts of interest associated with this work.

Disclaimer: Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

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