Tevdek sutures used in endodontics microsurgeries should not be left:
Correct Answer: Longer than 96 hours
Description: Over recent years, suture material choice has moved from black silk to Tevdek braided polyester or monofilament polypropylene sutures such as Protene.
Post-operative Management:
Sufficient healing have occurred after 48 hours for suture removal; however, it should not be left longer than 96 hours due to 'wicking effect' that may cause post-operative infection of the surgical site.
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