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2025-12-15 11:19:45
Sir/Madam Is it normal practice for a dentist to grind teeth for bite adjustment and sitting of teeth against each other. Thanks
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Hello Yes it is normal

Answered2025-12-19 06:01:50

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Hello Sometimes slight adjustments need very slight grinding

Answered2025-12-18 17:07:58

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Yes most often.

Answered2025-12-18 15:25:07

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