I’ve been wearing aligners for about two weeks now, and I swear my food doesn’t taste the same. Is this normal? I feel like my sense of taste is dulled, and everything just tastes off. Anyone else experience this? I miss enjoying my meals like I used to!
Yes! I thought it was just me. When I first got aligners, I noticed the same thing. It was like food had this weird aftertaste, and some things just didn’t taste as strong. I mentioned it to my orthodontist, and they said it’s common because the aligners are covering your teeth, which can mess with the way you experience taste. It got better for me after a few weeks, though. Hopefully, it’s temporary for you too!
Everything tastes kind of bland with the aligners in, especially if I’m eating something really flavorful like spicy food or chocolate. I think it has to do with how the trays cover your teeth and gums, like it blocks some of the taste receptors or something. I’ve been taking them out during meals when possible because I want to enjoy my food properly!
I haven’t had any major taste issues, but I do feel like certain foods, especially sweet things, taste a little different. It’s not horrible, but it’s definitely noticeable. I find that brushing my teeth or rinsing with water before putting my aligners back in helps get rid of that weird taste they sometimes leave in my mouth. Anyone else notice that aftertaste from the trays?