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Wilckodontics
in Dulles
Wilckodontics for Dulles residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Dulles
If you live in Dulles and are considering wilckodontics, Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry offers the advanced periodontal and implant care you deserve at our Reston office. 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 20 minutes from Dulles, our Reston 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 Dulles.
With a team of six board-certified periodontists trained at leading institutions, Precision Periodontics brings an exceptional level of skill to every wilckodontics case. 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. Dulles patients benefit from our team's combined decades of specialized experience.
We encourage Dulles residents to take the next step toward improved oral health and confidence. Call our Reston office at (703) 689-4442 or use our online form to request your wilckodontics consultation. We look forward to welcoming you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilckodontics FAQ for Dulles 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 Dulles to Our Reston, VA Office
Our Reston, VA office is approximately 15 minutes from Dulles, near landmarks such as Dulles International Airport, Dulles Town Center, and Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center.
Driving Directions: Take the Dulles Toll Road (Route 267) 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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Let us help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Contact us with any questions or to schedule a wilckodontics consultation at our Reston office. We look forward to welcoming you.