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Wilckodontics
in Bethesda
Wilckodontics for Bethesda residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Bethesda
For Bethesda residents seeking wilckodontics, our board-certified periodontists provide exceptional results at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in 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.
Located just 15 minutes from Bethesda, our Washington DC practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level wilckodontics care close to home. 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.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Bethesda.
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 Bethesda 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 15 minutes from Bethesda, 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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 15 minutes from Bethesda, near landmarks such as National Institutes of Health, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and Bethesda Row.
Driving Directions: Take Wisconsin Avenue (Route 355) south through Friendship Heights into DC. Turn left on M Street NW and continue east to our office 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.