Other Treatments
Wilckodontics
in Ashburn
Wilckodontics for Ashburn residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Ashburn
Ashburn is one of Virginia's fastest-growing communities in eastern Loudoun County, home to One Loudoun and top-rated schools, and when it comes to wilckodontics, the community trusts the team of periodontists at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in Reston. 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 Ashburn, our Reston office is approximately 20 minutes away, making it easy to receive wilckodontics treatment without a long commute.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Ashburn.
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 team includes six board-certified periodontists — Drs. Zalewsky, Alani, Artis, Daru, Lakkis, and Ganesh — giving Ashburn patients access to a depth of expertise unmatched in the DC metro area.
If you are in Ashburn and ready to explore your wilckodontics options, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Our Reston office is just 20 minutes away, and our team is here to answer your questions and develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Contact us today at (703) 689-4442 or request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilckodontics FAQ for Ashburn 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 Ashburn to Our Reston, VA Office
Our Reston, VA office is approximately 20 minutes from Ashburn, near landmarks such as One Loudoun, Ashburn Village, and George Washington University Science and Technology Campus.
Driving Directions: Take the Dulles Greenway or Route 7 East toward Reston. Exit at Reston Parkway and head south to Metro Center Drive. Our Reston office is at 1886 Metro Center Drive, Suite 610.
Reston, VA: 1886 Metro Center Drive, Suite 610, Reston, VA 20190
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Contact us with any questions or to schedule a wilckodontics consultation at our Reston office. We look forward to welcoming you.