Effect of Vascular Photobiomodulation in the Postoperative Period of Alveolar Bone Grafting
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study designs: Randomized Controlled Trial, Clinical Trial
Abstract: Background/Objectives: This study evaluated the effects of vascular photobiomodulation (VPBM) on pain intensity, edema, and facial temperature variation in patients undergoing alveolar bone grafting (ABG) surgery. Methods: A total of 42 patients with cleft lip and palate (aged 9–25 years) scheduled for ABG using iliac crest bone were randomly assigned in equal numbers (14 per group) to one of three groups: control (ABG only), test (ABG + VPBM), and placebo (ABG + simulated VPBM). Iliac and facial pain and edema were clinically evaluated 24 h post-surgery, along with thermographic facial analysis. Follow-up was conducted via phone calls for one week. Results: No statistically significant differences were observed among the groups regarding facial pain and edema at 24 h post-surgery. However, iliac pain significantly differed between the placebo and control groups (p = 0.045). A significant time-related effect on both facial and iliac pain outcomes was noted during follow-up, irrespective of the group. The need for rescue medication and self-perception of reduced edema did not differ significantly. Thermographic analysis reveals a significantly lower temperature variation in the test group (2.36 °C) compared to the other groups (p = 0.007). Conclusions: Overall, VPBM therapy influenced postoperative pain in the early recovery phase and temperature in the immediate postoperative period but did not significantly affect edema.
Source: Dentistry Journal
DOI: 10.3390/dj13050190
Authors: Nicole de Freitas, Luisa Guerrini, Denise Haddad, Roberta de Carvalho, Renato Yaedú, Ana de Almeida
Institution: Universidade de São Paulo
Language: English
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,413
OpenAlex ID: W4409895001