How Much Healing (Reduction in Probing Depth)is Expected in the Posterior

question 21

Multiple Choice

How much healing (reduction in probing depth) is expected in the posterior teeth 1 month after completing nonsurgical therapy?

• A) 1 mm
• B) 2 mm
• C) 3 mm
• D) Cannot be predicted

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