Need help with Les Paul D string

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Need help with Les Paul D string

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The D string on my LP studio has sunk so low that the string is touching the first fret. The nut slot for the string looks a bit more grooved than the rest. Is there a way to remedy this problem or do I need to buy a new nut?
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Google the superglue and baking soda trick then re-file it. If you have a few quid just have a new nut installed. It's one of the best things you can do for a Gibson since the stock ones are generally awful.
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Thanks Buddy. I'll look into it.
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New nuts are pretty cheap, though, even a decent one.
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