Intramuscular diclofenac sodium after free gingival graft surgery
Originally at link.springer.com
Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.
Why it matters for dental
Periodontists and oral surgeons performing free gingival grafts may consider switching to an oral diclofenac route after surgery, as intramuscular administration does not appear to offer superior pain control or healing outcomes.
Key points
- Prospective observational study compared intramuscular vs. oral diclofenac sodium following free gingival graft surgery.
- Study found no significant difference in postoperative pain, graft survival, or healing metrics between initial administration routes.
- Published in BMC Oral Health, a peer-reviewed journal.
- Authors conclude the initial route of diclofenac does not affect clinical outcomes, allowing clinicians to choose the less invasive oral route.
Who should care
Read the original on BMC Oral Health
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