Hauger E, Gjermo P. Clinical assessment of periodontal dressings . J Clin Perio, 5:50, 1978.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of 3 periodontal dressings on wound healing, patient discomfort and the possible relationship between symptoms experienced by the patient and clinical variables.

Materials and Methods

• Dressings used : Coe-Pak, Peripac and Ward's Wondrpak.
• 41 PTS and 65 GV
• Patients were supplied with Paralgin forte and asked to keep track of how much was taken.
• Parameters: Subjective symptom sand clinical evaluation of swelling and stability of dressing. Wound healing at 7,14,21 days sensitivity at 7,14 ,21 days and presence of plaque.

Results

• More pain with longer surgeries.
• Peripac showed a higher incidence of pain, swelling and higher number of loose dressings. No difference in wound healing or bleeding.
• Plaque accumulation was higher at 14 than 21 days
• Teeth where Coe-Pak was used were more sensitive (>%) than for Peripac.

Back: Dressing Articles
Menu: Literature Review Topics
Home: PIC Homepage