CompletedPhase 1

Effect of Kinesio Tape Versus Systemic Dexamethasone on Postsurgical Sequels Following Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars

Egypt30 participantsStarted 2023-10-01

Plain-language summary

The surgical removal of lower wisdom teeth is a common procedure that can cause pain, facial swelling, and difficulty in opening the mouth after surgery. These symptoms are usually managed with medications such as dexamethasone, which helps reduce inflammation but may have unwanted side effects in some patients. This study compares the use of dexamethasone with Kinesio Tape, a non-drug treatment applied to the skin, to evaluate their effectiveness in reducing pain, swelling, and limited mouth opening after wisdom tooth removal. The findings of this study may help determine whether Kinesio Tape can be a safe and effective alternative to medication for improving recovery after surgery.

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 40 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Patients (male and female) with age 20-40 years old.
. Co-operative patients.
. An impacted lower wisdom tooth diagnosed with a moderate to severe difficulty index according to Pell and Gregory or Pederson scale classification.104
. Medically Free from any systemic conditions.

Exclusion criteria

. Uncooperative patients.
. Smoker patients.
. Pregnant or lactating women.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Facial swelling (edema) measured in millimeters at three facial points after mandibular third molar extraction

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively

Maximum interincisal distance (mm) to assess mouth opening after mandibular third molar extraction

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively

Pain intensity score after mandibular third molar extraction measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS, 1-10)

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07353593

SponsorAshraf elanzy

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-09-30

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 40 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion criteria

. Patients (male and female) with age 20-40 years old.
. Co-operative patients.
. An impacted lower wisdom tooth diagnosed with a moderate to severe difficulty index according to Pell and Gregory or Pederson scale classification.104
. Medically Free from any systemic conditions.

Exclusion criteria

. Uncooperative patients.
. Smoker patients.
. Pregnant or lactating women.

What they're measuring

Facial swelling (edema) measured in millimeters at three facial points after mandibular third molar extraction

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively

Maximum interincisal distance (mm) to assess mouth opening after mandibular third molar extraction

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively

Pain intensity score after mandibular third molar extraction measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS, 1-10)

Timeframe: Immediately after extraction, Day 3, and Day 7 postoperatively