Pain relief after gum graft surgery with two methods
Part of Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of taking tissue from the roof of the mouth for gum grafts to see which one causes less pain and helps healing. It may help people who need gum surgery for receding gums.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You need to be in good general health.
- You must have healthy gums, with little plaque or bleeding, and be willing to keep good oral hygiene.
- You need to have gum surgery on both sides of your mouth, where tissue is taken from the roof of the mouth.
- You cannot smoke or use tobacco products.
- You cannot be pregnant.
- You cannot have conditions that slow healing, like poorly controlled diabetes or bleeding disorders.
- You cannot be taking certain medications, like anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids, or sedatives.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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