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ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025

Evaluation of Different Surgical Removal Techniques for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Impactions: A Comparative Study.

Abdullah N Tamboli, Govindaraj P Kumar, Radhika Kanani, Anupriya Bhattacharjee, Pratap C Mannivannan, Shahi J Shah, Myra D G Angeles

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Abdullah N TamboliDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University Dental College and Hospital Sangli, Maharashtra, India.
Govindaraj P KumarDeputy Dean, Faculty of Dentistry, MAHSA University, Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor, Malaysia.
Radhika KananiK.M. Shah Dental College and Hospital, Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
Anupriya BhattacharjeeKalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Pratap C MannivannanDepartment of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahsa University, Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor, Malaysia.
Shahi J ShahDepartment of Oral Surgery, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, KSA.
Myra D G AngelesCollege of Dentistry, Jazan University, Gizan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

Introduction: The removal of impacted mandibular third molars (wisdom teeth) is a common surgical procedure. Multiple techniques are used, including conventional drilling, piezosurgery, and flap designs, each with distinct outcomes in terms of postoperative pain, swelling, and healing. This study compares the outcomes of different techniques to guide optimal clinical choices. Methods: A comparative clinical study was conducted with patients undergoing mandibular third molar extraction using three surgical techniques: traditional rotary drilling, piezosurgery, and a minimally invasive approach. Parameters assessed included postoperative pain (measured on a visual analog scale), swelling (using facial measurements), and healing (evaluated by the healing index). Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA and Results: Piezosurgery demonstrated significantly lower pain and swelling scores compared to conventional rotary techniques ( Conclusion: Piezosurgery provides better postoperative comfort with reduced pain and swelling, making it a preferable option for impacted mandibular third molar extraction. Future studies should explore long-term outcomes to confirm these findings.

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Healingimpacted third molarspiezosurgerypostoperative painswelling

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PMCPMC12563913

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