I have a molar in the back that has most of the tooth broken off. It is now down to the rim of the tooth. The side that is against my cheek has a some small jagged edges and is starting to rub against the cheek a bit. There is no pain from what is left of the tooth. And as of now the tooth is not rubbing against my cheek enough to cause discomfort. My question is---Can I try to file the small jagged edge?
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