Wisdom tooth pain? a simple injection might help
NCT ID NCT07538375
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a single injection of dexamethasone, given right after removing an impacted wisdom tooth, can lower pain over the next three days. Seventy adults aged 20 to 40 are taking part at a dental centre in Lahore. Half get the standard numbing shot, and half get an extra dexamethasone injection. Pain is measured using a 0-to-10 scale at 24, 48, and 72 hours after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dexamethasone
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple way to ease pain after wisdom tooth removal without extra pills.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial with 70 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and dexamethasone may not reduce pain better than standard care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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28 Military Dental Centre
Lahore, Punjab Province, 63000, Pakistan