I don't want to sound like I'm trying to be an expert, I'm just sharing my own research and experience. If you haven't considered it, and some info for others...The higher the red dot is the more difficult it will be to "find the dot". Milling gets it lower and therefore closer to the bore axis, and will come into view more like iron sights.
My point is, it can work just fine, but be prepared for the extra time in training, and don't get discouraged. My full size, took a little getting used to, and is factory milled, but uses suppressor sights. My shield co-witnesses with standard height sights (they can mill pretty deep and it's a low red dot), and took almost no time to adjust.
All that said, the dovetail is a nice way to try it, without spending the $$$ to have it milled, as long as you're keeping the above in mind, and don't get discouraged.
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