The palatal donor site of autogenous free gingival grafts significantly influences the patient's morbidity. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of cyanoacrylate on palatal wound healing and postoperative complaints.
A total of 35 patients were included in the study. In the test group (19 patient), cyanoacrylate was placed over the palatal wounds; conversely, the 16 control group patients were allowed to heal in a conventional way without cyanoacrylate. Primary bleeding time, presence of secondary bleeding, postoperative pain and completion of epithelization were assessed following free gingival graft operation. As a result, compared to the control group it was determined that the cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive could reduce the postoperative morbidity and improve the wound healing.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
35
Free gingival graft was harvested from palatal donor site
Periacyrl was applied on palatal wounds
Primary bleeding time
The moment of active blood flow stasis that a clinical photograph could be taken by examiner without need for suction.
Time frame: baseline
Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
The changes in postoperative pain level after the operation
Time frame: 1-7 days after operation
Analgesic consumption
The changes in the number of painkiller taken to relieve pain after the operation
Time frame: 1-7 days after operation
Completion of epithelization
The epithelization assessed by the peroxide test
Time frame: Once a week for a month after the operation
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.