Stitch showdown: which knot eases wisdom tooth recovery?
NCT ID NCT07327762
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two stitching methods (locked vs unlocked knots) after impacted wisdom tooth removal. 60 healthy adults aged 18-45 will be randomly assigned to one technique. The goal is to see which method leads to less jaw stiffness (trismus) and facial swelling after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- suture knot technique (locked vs unlocked)
- What this could lead to
- If one technique works better, it could lead to less pain and faster recovery after wisdom tooth removal.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The difference between techniques may be small.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Watim Medical and Dental College
Rawalpindi, Pakistan, 46200, Pakistan
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