Skip the stitches? wisdom tooth study tests Pain-Free recovery
NCT ID NCT02583997
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether leaving the gum open after removing wisdom teeth causes less pain than stitching it closed. 100 people having all four wisdom teeth out under general anesthesia were randomly assigned to get stitches or not. The main goal was to measure pain two days after surgery. The results could help dentists choose the best approach for recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- suturing procedure
- What this could lead to
- If skipping stitches reduces pain, it could simplify wisdom tooth recovery and avoid the need for suture removal.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with 100 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and not suturing could increase infection risk or bleeding.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CH de Perpignan - Hôpital Saint Jean
Perpignan, 66046, France
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CHRU de Montpellier - Hôpital Gui de Chauliac
Montpellier, 34295, France
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CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau
Nîmes, 30029, France