A total of 57 patients were included. Group 1 underwent 36 CFPs, and complications occurred in 20 sides of 17 patients. Group 2 had 39 CFPs, and 20 patients experienced complications in 26 sides. The total number of complications was 40 and 73 in groups 1 and 2, respectively. Incidence or duration of facial, dental, or gum numbness did not differ between groups. Tingling sensation, facial pain, facial swelling, and bruising showed significantly lower occurrence rates and shorter duration in group 1.