Menziletoglu D, Guler AY, Esen A. Comparative study of different kinesiology taping techniques to reduce postoperative morbidity after impacted mandibular third molar surgery. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2025 Nov 1;30 (6):e866-73.


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