12 mm Offset at #19
Hi, Jennifer: Out of curiosity, which factor decides o
use 12 mm offset? Because of the thick gingiva? With 12 mm offset, pointed
drill appears to go down all the way. Without offset, pointed drill goes to the
first line (for example JY Lee)? Thanks.
Hi Dr. Wei,
There're several reasons for raising the level of the metal sleeve so called
offset. And like you said, thick soft tissue could be one reason for that.
When the interdental space is narrow due to the tight contact we raise the
level as well.
And for the point drill, you do not have to worry about the line. Because of
the tapered part of the drill, you can drill all the way down until it
naturally meets the bone and
stops.
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