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Wilckodontics
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Wilckodontics for Adams Morgan residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Adams Morgan
Residents of Adams Morgan, an eclectic and diverse DC neighborhood famous for its nightlife, international restaurants, and colorful murals along 18th Street, now have convenient access to expert wilckodontics care at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in nearby Washington DC. Wilckodontics, or accelerated osteogenic orthodontics, is a periodontal procedure that combines selective bone scoring with bone grafting to dramatically accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
Traditional orthodontic treatment can take two to three years. Wilckodontics can reduce treatment time by up to 60%, moving teeth into their ideal positions much faster while also thickening the supporting bone. From Adams Morgan, our Washington DC office is approximately 12 minutes away, making it easy to receive wilckodontics treatment without a long commute.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Adams Morgan.
As a practice with six board-certified periodontists, Precision Periodontics offers a level of specialized care that sets us apart in wilckodontics. Our periodontists perform the surgical component by making small perforations in the cortical bone and adding bone graft material. This activates a healing response that temporarily softens the bone, allowing the orthodontist to move teeth more quickly. Our Adams Morgan patients appreciate both our clinical skill and our genuinely caring approach.
Take the first step: contact Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry to schedule your wilckodontics evaluation. Our Washington DC office, about 12 minutes from Adams Morgan, offers a welcoming environment where your questions are answered thoroughly and your comfort is a priority. Call (202) 296-3360 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilckodontics FAQ for Adams Morgan Patients
What is Wilckodontics and how does it speed up orthodontic treatment?
Wilckodontics (Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics) combines cortical bone scoring (small perforations in the outer bone layer) with bone grafting, performed by a periodontist, followed by orthodontic tooth movement. The bone scoring triggers a temporary regional acceleratory phenomenon (RAP) that softens surrounding bone for two to four months, allowing teeth to move two to three times faster.
How much faster is orthodontic treatment with Wilckodontics?
Treatment times are typically reduced by 50 to 70 percent. Orthodontic cases that would normally take 18 to 24 months can often be completed in 6 to 9 months. The accelerated bone metabolism lasts approximately three to four months after the procedure, during which the orthodontist adjusts teeth more aggressively.
Is the Wilckodontics procedure painful?
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with optional sedation. Post-operative discomfort is comparable to other periodontal surgeries — moderate for two to three days, managed with prescribed pain medication. Swelling peaks around day three. Most patients return to work within two to three days.
Who is a good candidate for Wilckodontics?
Ideal candidates are adults who want faster orthodontic results, patients with moderate to severe crowding, those with thin bone over tooth roots (the bone graft component actually augments the bone), and patients who have had previous orthodontic relapse. It is not recommended for growing children or adolescents.
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 wilckodontics consultation at our Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.