The effect of kinesio taping with the web strip technique on pain, edema, and trismus after impacted mandibular third molar surgery
Mehmet Emre Yurttutan, KT Sancak
Abstract
BACKGOUND: There are many methods used to alleviate edema, trismus, and pain after impacted third molar (3M) removal, one of which is Kinesio Taping (KT). AIMS: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Kinesio Taping with Web Strip technique on postoperative morbidity after impacted mandibular 3M extraction. METHODS: days by VAS and by measuring the lengths of three lines using a flexible plastic tape measure. RESULTS: day. CONCLUSION: KT with the web strip technique should be considered more economic and less traumatic than other approaches, as it is free from systemic side effects and is a simple method to carry out to decrease morbidity.
Topics & Concepts
TrismusMedicineVisual analogue scaleMolarEdemaAnalgesicPostoperative painRandomized controlled trialAnesthesiaDentistrySurgeryDental Radiography and ImagingDental Anxiety and Anesthesia TechniquesTemporomandibular Joint Disorders