Gel after tooth pull may stop painful dry socket

NCT ID NCT07139340

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether placing a hyaluronic acid gel into the empty socket after lower wisdom tooth removal can prevent dry socket—a painful condition where the blood clot fails to form or is lost. The study includes 64 healthy adults who need a lower wisdom tooth extracted. Researchers will compare dry socket rates and pain levels between those who receive the gel and those who do not.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
hyaluronic acid gel
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple gel could become a routine step after wisdom tooth removal to prevent dry socket and reduce pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 64 participants. The gel may not lower dry socket rates, and results may not apply to smokers or people with poor oral hygiene.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Delta university for science and technology

    Gamasa, Dakahlia Governorate, 7731168, Egypt

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