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ABSTRACT: Background
To explore the effects of the combination of dandelion with borneol on the maxillofacial region of patients after jaw surgery in reducing the acute inflammatory reaction after surgery, the degree of facial swelling, pain, and limitation of mouth opening, and increasing patient satisfaction.Methods
A total of 120 patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into 4 groups: group A: ice compress; Group B: dandelion; Group C: borneol; Group D: dandelion combined with borneol. Patients were evaluated on the day of the operation, the first day, and the second day after the operation.Results
External application of dandelion combined with borneol had a better controlling effect on facial swelling and limited mouth opening compared with the single treatment groups, and the satisfaction score was higher (P < .05).Conclusion
External application of dandelion combined with borneol was effective in the treatment of maxillofacial swelling and pain. This approach quickly relieved swelling, restored the limitation of mouth opening, and improved patient satisfaction.
SUBMITTER: Zhao S
PROVIDER: S-EPMC10519448 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Medicine 20230901 38
<h4>Background</h4>To explore the effects of the combination of dandelion with borneol on the maxillofacial region of patients after jaw surgery in reducing the acute inflammatory reaction after surgery, the degree of facial swelling, pain, and limitation of mouth opening, and increasing patient satisfaction.<h4>Methods</h4>A total of 120 patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into 4 groups: group A: ice compress; Group B: dandelion; Group C: borneol; Group D: dandelion co ...[more]