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Wilckodontics
in Fairfax
Wilckodontics for Fairfax residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Fairfax
Fairfax is the county seat of Fairfax County and a thriving city home to George Mason University and historic Old Town Fairfax, and when it comes to wilckodontics, the community trusts the team of periodontists at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in Alexandria. Wilckodontics, or accelerated osteogenic orthodontics, is a periodontal procedure that combines selective bone scoring with bone grafting to dramatically accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
We welcome patients from Fairfax and surrounding areas to our Alexandria office, conveniently located about 20 minutes away. 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 Fairfax.
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 Fairfax patients appreciate both our clinical skill and our genuinely caring approach.
Your journey to improved periodontal health starts with a single call. Fairfax residents can reach our Alexandria office at (703) 823-2422 or request a consultation online. Our 20-minute proximity from Fairfax makes expert wilckodontics care genuinely accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilckodontics FAQ for Fairfax 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 Fairfax to Our Alexandria, VA Office
Our Alexandria, VA office is approximately 20 minutes from Fairfax, near landmarks such as City of Fairfax downtown, George Mason University, and Fairfax County Courthouse.
Driving Directions: Take Route 236 (Main Street/Little River Turnpike) east toward Alexandria. Continue to I-395 North, exit at Seminary Road, and continue to Kenmore Avenue. Our Alexandria office is at 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300.
Alexandria, VA: 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300 & 312, Alexandria, VA 22304
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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 Alexandria office. We look forward to welcoming you.