Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration
in Centreville
Guided Tissue Regeneration for Centreville residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration in Centreville
Residents of Centreville, a rapidly growing western Fairfax County community with abundant shopping, dining, and family recreation, now have convenient access to expert guided tissue regeneration care at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in nearby Alexandria. 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.
The short 25-minute drive from Centreville to our Alexandria office is well worth it for the level of specialized guided tissue regeneration care our periodontists deliver. 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 Centreville.
As a practice with six board-certified periodontists, Precision Periodontics offers a level of specialized care that sets us apart in guided tissue regeneration. 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. Our Centreville patients appreciate both our clinical skill and our genuinely caring approach.
If you are in Centreville and ready to explore your guided tissue regeneration options, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Our Alexandria office is just 25 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) 823-2422 or request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ for Centreville 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 Centreville to Our Reston, VA Office
Our Reston, VA office is approximately 20 minutes from Centreville, near landmarks such as Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville Historic District, and Manassas National Battlefield Park.
Driving Directions: Take Route 28 North toward the Dulles Toll Road, then head east on the Dulles Toll Road to Reston Parkway. 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 guided tissue regeneration consultation at our Alexandria office. We look forward to welcoming you.