Laser treatment for nerve recovery after jaw surgery
This study tests whether a special laser treatment can help nerves in the jaw heal faster after a common type of jaw surgery. If it works, it could reduce numbness and tingling in the face, lips, and chin.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 80 years old
- You had jaw surgery that moved both your upper and lower jaw
- The surgery did not include chin surgery
- You can attend 12 follow-up visits over about a year
- You do not have diabetes, nerve damage, multiple sclerosis, or a similar condition
- You are not pregnant and are not allergic to laser therapy
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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