Nerve block technique to reduce pain after wisdom tooth removal
Temporo-masseteric Nerve Block in post-wisdom tooth extraction pain - a randomized study
This study is looking at a new way to help manage pain and improve how well you can open your mouth after getting your wisdom teeth removed, using a special injection that could be a safer alternative to pain pills.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11033310 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new local anesthetic injection called the temporo-masseteric nerve block (TMNB) to help manage pain and improve mouth opening after wisdom tooth extractions. The study aims to provide an alternative to opioid pain medications, which are commonly prescribed but can lead to dependency. By numbing the jaw muscles, the TMNB may offer sustained relief from pain and muscle spasms during recovery. The research will involve a randomized approach to assess the effectiveness of this technique compared to standard pain management methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who are scheduled to undergo wisdom tooth extraction.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing wisdom tooth extraction or those with contraindications to local anesthesia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the need for opioid pain medications in patients recovering from wisdom tooth extractions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise for similar non-opioid pain management techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Subramanian, Gayathri — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Subramanian, Gayathri
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.