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Can permanent crown on implant be shaved down without removing crown?

sally12gOct 2, 2022
Can a dentist shave down a crown that has been permanently fixed to a dental implant Without removing the crown from the implant. Can the sanding vibration damage the implant?

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Dr. Ajay Kashi, DDS
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Answered on Jun 15, 2023
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