Can medical glue replace stitches after wisdom tooth removal?
NCT ID NCT07735598
First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two ways to close the gum after removing impacted lower wisdom teeth: a medical tissue adhesive (glue) versus traditional silk stitches. Researchers will measure pain, bleeding, healing, and the body's inflammatory response in 47 healthy adults. Each participant will receive both methods on opposite sides of the mouth to see which works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- n-hexyl-cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive (Ifabond® Glue) compared to silk sutures for wound closure
- What this could lead to
- If the glue works as well as stitches, it could offer a faster, less painful option for closing surgical wounds in the mouth.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 47 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The glue might not hold as well as stitches, leading to bleeding or poor healing.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CIR Dental School
Torino, 10133, Italy