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  • female
  • 40 Years
  • 14/08/2025

Which flap surgery is better manual or laser? Could it cause future teeth problems? Are there any alternatives to flap surgery? Also, would the surgery affect a tooth that's already had a root canal?

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Grade 3 mobility often indicates severe damage. Bone grafting and splinting may help, but extraction is likely if the supporting bone is too compromised.

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