The dehiscence distal to the second molar after lower third molar extraction is very common because the access flap for surgical extraction cannot be repositioned on a portion of healthy bone to guarantee suture support. The healing process is therefore delayed and the possible accumulation of food and debris is often responsible for bad smell and pain with the consequent occurrence of an overlapping infection. The main aim of the study is to evaluate whether healing is significantly different using two different flaps for surgical access. Clinical assessment and a quality of life questionnaire are used for the evaluation.
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wound healing day 2
Timeframe: 2 days after surgery
wound healing day 7
Timeframe: 7 days after surgery, at suture removal
wound healing day 14
Timeframe: 14 days after surgery