Effect of Preoperative Long-Acting Corticosteroids on Pain, Swelling, and Trismus After Impacted Lower Third Molar Surgery

Summary

This study evaluated whether giving a single dose of long-acting corticosteroids before wisdom tooth surgery reduces pain, facial swelling, and limited jaw opening (trismus) after surgery. Adult patients aged 18-35 undergoing impacted lower wisdom tooth removal were randomly assigned to receive either 8 mg dexamethasone or a placebo before surgery. Pain, swelling, and jaw mobility were measured at several time points after surgery. The study aimed to determine if preoperative corticosteroids improve recovery and reduce discomfort following surgery.

Timeline

Start

2026-01-04

Primary completion

2026-04-04

Completion

2026-04-15

Drugs

Indications