1 Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia.
2 Undergraduate Program, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 28(03), 1152-1154
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2025.28.3.4140
Received on 04 November 2025; revised on 13 December 2025; accepted on 16 December 2025
Background: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder that may extend beyond the esophagus, affecting oral tissues, particularly the tongue.
Objective: This review analyzes the impact of GERD on the dorsum of the tongue and its association with altered gustatory function, notably dysgeusia.
Methods: A descriptive qualitative literature review was conducted by analyzing eleven scholarly sources retrieved from PubMed and other journal databases.
Results: The review found that GERD-induced acid exposure can reach the oral cavity, leading to inflammation of the dorsum of the tongue and impairment of taste receptor function.
Conclusion: GERD contributes to gustatory disturbances through acid-related irritation of the tongue’s dorsal surface. Lifestyle modifications and medical management of GERD are essential to prevent dysgeusia and preserve oral sensory health.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD); Dorsum of the tongue; Dysgeusia; Gustatory function
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Indeswati Diyatri, Dewanda Ayu Putri Nuraida and Fahmi Zakaria Kusnanto. Impact of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) on the Dorsum of the Tongue and Gustatory Sensitivity: A Review Article. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 28(03), 1152-1154. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.28.3.4140.
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