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I'm a 16 years old child with reduced crown root ratio, if apicectomy is indicated, how much of the root apex s?

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Dr. Keith Hollander answered

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A bit more: The endodontist will bevel the end of the tooth and will try to save as much of the root as possible.

Answered 8/3/2014

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