Comparing anxiety and wound healing in wisdom tooth and jaw implant surgeries under different anesthesia types

Assessing Levels of Fear and Anxiety and Monitoring Wound Healing Among Patients Who Are About to Undergo Wisdom Tooth Extraction or Jaw Implant Surgery Under Local Anesthesia Versus General Anesthesia

Observational Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center · NCT06473922

This study is testing how different types of anesthesia during wisdom tooth and jaw implant surgeries affect anxiety levels and how that anxiety might influence healing.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment46 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorAssaf-Harofeh Medical Center Government
Locations1 site (Be’er Ya‘aqov)
Trial IDNCT06473922 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study assesses the levels of fear and anxiety in patients undergoing wisdom tooth extraction or jaw implant surgery, comparing those receiving local anesthesia to those under general anesthesia. It aims to understand how anxiety affects wound healing by measuring cortisol levels, pain fear, and dental anxiety through various questionnaires. The study involves five visits, starting with an informed consent process and concluding with monitoring the healing process post-surgery. The findings could provide insights into the relationship between anxiety and surgical outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for wisdom tooth extraction or jaw implant surgery and can provide informed consent.

Not a fit: Patients with severe anxiety disorders or those unable to cooperate with the study requirements may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management of anxiety in dental procedures, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored the impact of anxiety on surgical outcomes, suggesting that managing anxiety can improve recovery, making this approach relevant and potentially beneficial.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

Age - from ≥ 18 years, ASA 1- or 2, Signing a written informed consent before starting all procedures related to the research, Ability to cooperate with the researcher and meet the research requirements.

Exclusion Criteria:

Where this trial is running

Be’er Ya‘aqov

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Tooth Extraction
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.