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VOL. 7, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Thermal management in third molar extraction: Impact of irrigant temperature on postoperative outcomes
Authors
Dr. Bhagvandas Rai, Dr. A B Rai, Dr. Vasu Bhut, Dr. Himanshu Gupta, Dr. Rashi Panjwani, Dr. Rajvirsinh Parmar
Abstract
The surgical extraction of impacted mandibular third molars is among
the most frequently performed outpatient oral surgical procedures. In this
study, 40 patients requiring removal of impacted lower wisdom teeth were
treated under local anesthesia. Normal saline was used as the irrigating
solution in two temperature variations: refrigerated at 8°C and at room
temperature. All patients underwent standardized surgical protocols and
postoperative medication regimens. Postoperative outcomes, including pain, swelling,
infection, and wound healing, were evaluated and compared on the 1st, 3rd, and
7th postoperative days. Findings revealed that the use of cold saline
irrigation significantly reduced postoperative complications and promoted
faster healing following third molar surgery. Further large-scale studies with
greater sample sizes are suggested to validate the effectiveness of cold saline
as an irrigating solution in impacted third molar surgeries.
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Pages:24-31
How to cite this article:
Dr. Bhagvandas Rai, Dr. A B Rai, Dr. Vasu Bhut, Dr. Himanshu Gupta, Dr. Rashi Panjwani, Dr. Rajvirsinh Parmar "Thermal management in third molar extraction: Impact of irrigant temperature on postoperative outcomes". International Journal of Dental Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 24-31
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