The Effect of Different Flap Closure Techniques on Postoperative Morbidity in Impacted Third Molar Surgery

This randomized controlled trial compares four different wound closure methods used after surgical removal of impacted lower wisdom teeth: conventional stitches (silk sutures), a sutureless technique (letting the wound heal on its own), a surgical drain, and a cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive (medical-grade glue). The study measures how each method affects pain, swelling, jaw stiffness, wound healing, and quality of life in the days following surgery. Healthy adults aged 18–40 with no systemic diseases, whose impacted wisdom teeth are in a specific position requiring surgical extraction, are eligible; pregnant women, patients on blood thinners, those with coagulation disorders, and heavy smokers or alcohol users are excluded. Participation involves the wisdom tooth extraction, being assigned to one of four closure methods, and follow-up visits on days 2 and 7 after surgery. This summary was prepared as patient-facing educational content using AI assistance.