The Use of Cyanoacrylate on Palatal Wound

The Efficacy of Cyanoacrylate on Palatal Wound Healing and Postoperative Complaints

The palatal donor site of autogenous free gingival grafts significantly influences the patient's morbidity. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of cyanoacrylate on palatal wound healing and postoperative complaints.

A total of 35 patients were included in the study. In the test group (19 patient), cyanoacrylate was placed over the palatal wounds; conversely, the 16 control group patients were allowed to heal in a conventional way without cyanoacrylate.

Primary bleeding time, presence of secondary bleeding, postoperative pain and completion of epithelization were assessed following free gingival graft operation. As a result, compared to the control group it was determined that the cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive could reduce the postoperative morbidity and improve the wound healing.

Inclusion Criteria:

• no systemic diseases
• no coagulation disorders
• no drug intake in the previous 6 months that might effect the periodontal health status
• no pregnancy or lactation
• no smoking habit
• <1 mm attached gingiva width on one or two lower anterior teeth
• Miller Class I- II- III (Miller 1985) with deep gingival recession (˃ 3mm)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hematologic disorders
• No cooperation