Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration
in Adams Morgan
Guided Tissue Regeneration for Adams Morgan residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration in Adams Morgan
If you live in Adams Morgan and are considering guided tissue regeneration, Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry offers the advanced periodontal and implant care you deserve at our Washington DC office. Guided tissue regeneration (GTR) is an advanced periodontal procedure that uses barrier membranes to direct the growth of new bone and gum tissue at sites where they have been destroyed by disease.
Located just 12 minutes from Adams Morgan, our Washington DC practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level guided tissue regeneration care close to home. Without guidance, fast-growing gum tissue fills bone defects before bone can regenerate. GTR uses membranes to hold space and allow the slower-growing bone and ligament cells to repopulate the defect.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Adams Morgan.
Our periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — combine advanced specialty training with a patient-centered approach. Our periodontists place resorbable or non-resorbable membranes over bone graft material to create an environment for predictable regeneration. This technique can save teeth that might otherwise need extraction due to severe bone loss. Patients from Adams Morgan consistently trust our expertise.
Ready to learn more about guided tissue regeneration? Adams Morgan patients can reach our Washington DC practice by calling (202) 296-3360 or submitting an appointment request online. Our periodontists are committed to providing you with outstanding care from your very first visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ for Adams Morgan Patients
How does guided tissue regeneration differ from a standard bone graft?
GTR uses a biocompatible membrane barrier placed over the bone graft to prevent fast-growing gum tissue from invading the space where bone needs to regenerate. This selective barrier gives slower-growing bone cells the time and space they need to fill the defect, producing more predictable bone regeneration.
What types of membranes are used in guided tissue regeneration?
Two main types exist: resorbable membranes (collagen-based) that dissolve on their own over four to six months, and non-resorbable membranes (ePTFE/titanium-reinforced) that require a second minor surgery for removal. Your periodontist selects the type based on the defect size and location.
How successful is guided tissue regeneration at regrowing bone?
Clinical studies show GTR can regenerate 50 to 80 percent of lost bone in appropriate defects, particularly vertical (intrabony) defects around teeth. Success depends on defect morphology, patient health, oral hygiene, and smoking status. Three-walled defects respond best.
What is the recovery time after guided tissue regeneration?
Initial healing takes two to three weeks, during which you should avoid chewing on the treated area and follow a soft diet. Full bone maturation takes six to twelve months. Your periodontist will monitor healing with periodic X-rays before determining if additional treatment like implant placement can proceed.
Getting Here
Directions from Adams Morgan to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 8 minutes from Adams Morgan, near landmarks such as 18th Street corridor, Kalorama Park, and Columbia Road.
Driving Directions: Head south on 18th Street NW toward Columbia Road, then continue south through U Street to M Street NW. Turn left and our office is at 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500.
Washington, DC: 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20037
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Contact us with any questions or to schedule a guided tissue regeneration consultation at our Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.