Laser wisdom tooth removal may mean less pain and swelling
NCT ID NCT07297043
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a special laser (Er:YAG) could make removing impacted wisdom teeth less painful and traumatic than the usual surgical method. Twenty-four healthy adults aged 20-30 took part. The researchers measured pain, swelling, and how well the jaw could open after surgery to see if the laser offered a better recovery.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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24 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2024
- Finished
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Jan 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 30 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * • Adults aged 20-30 years requiring surgical extraction of a mesioangular impacted mandibular third molar. * Healthy individuals with no systemic diseases that may influence bone metabolism or wound healing. * Good oral hygiene and absence of local infection at the surgical site. * No contraindications to local anesthesia, surgical extraction, or use of the Er:YAG laser. * Radiographic evidence confirming normal bone structure without cysts or pathological lesions. * Willingness to participate and ability to provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * • Systemic medical conditions affecting bone healing or postoperative response (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, immunodeficiency, metabolic bone disorders). * Current or recent use of medications influencing bone remodeling (e.g., bisphosphonates, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants). * Heavy smoking (\>10 cigarettes/day). * Pregnant or breastfeeding females. * Poor oral hygiene, active infection, or pericoronitis at the surgical site. * Previous surgery, trauma, or pathology in the mandibular third molar region. * Known allergies or contraindications to any material or procedure used in the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University
Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
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