This study compared handheld and mechanically assisted scanning to evaluate fascial edema after third molar extraction. The flexible ruler served as the reference. Linear measurements were taken from the tragus to the pogonion, from the tragus to the corner of the mouth, and from the lateral corner of the eye to the angle of the mandible.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 35 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:
* Presence of at least one impacted mandibular third molar,
* Complete root development of the impacted tooth,
* Impaction classified as Pell and Gregory Level B and Winter Class II (vertical position)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnancy or lactation;
* Neurological, endocrine, or psychiatric disorders associated with tremor or hereditary disorders affecting motor function,
* Facial asymmetry, facial deformity, or facial hair that could interfere with facial contour assessment;
* Current or planned use of medications that may influence postoperative facial edema, such as corticosteroids;
* Presence of chronic conditions that could mimic facial edema or a history of complications such as hematoma or subcutaneous emphysema.
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.