Taste buds, which are specialized sensory organs located on the tongue and other parts of the mouth, have a lifespan of about 10 to 14 days on average. During this time, they are constantly renewed through a process of cell turnover and regeneration.

Taste buds are small structures embedded in the papillae (tiny bumps) on the surface of the tongue and other parts of the mouth. Each taste bud consists of taste receptor cells and supporting cells.

Taste receptor cells have a lifespan of around 10 to 14 days. As old cells die off, new cells are continually generated from basal cells located at the base of the taste bud.

The process of taste bud regeneration ensures that the ability to taste remains intact over time. Even if taste buds are damaged or lost due to injury, they can regenerate and restore normal taste function.