The most effective maneuver for pain control and surgical wound repair after removing a free gingival graft from the palate – A Systematic Review and meta-analysis

Review question / Objective: What is the most effective procedure for pain control and surgical wound repair when removing a free gingival graft from the palate? Condition being studied: Different interventions (therapies) have been suggested to minimize postoperative pain and improve the epithelization of the palate following gingival graft harvestings, such as periodontal dressings hemostatic, absorbable gelatin sponges, photobiomodulation, LPRF, hyaluronic acid gel, ozonated oil, electrotherapy treatment, and cyanoacrylate glue. However, there is still limited information on which therapy would be best to minimize postoperative patient discomfort and accelerate wound healing.