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What amount of tooth apex i should cut, 1mm,2mm,3mm or 4mm?
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I would leave that decision up to the dentist who is treating you.
Answered 9/6/2021
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As with any surgical procedure, 1) You should not be doing the surgery on yourself, and 2) That is a surgical procedural decision to be made by your treating General Dentist or appropriate specialist.
Answered 9/7/2021
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