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Wilckodontics
in Foggy Bottom
Wilckodontics for Foggy Bottom residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Other Treatments
Wilckodontics in Foggy Bottom
Patients throughout Foggy Bottom choose Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry for wilckodontics because of our team's reputation for meticulous periodontal care and outstanding outcomes. Wilckodontics, or accelerated osteogenic orthodontics, is a periodontal procedure that combines selective bone scoring with bone grafting to dramatically accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
Many of our wilckodontics patients travel from Foggy Bottom — a drive of only about 5 minutes — because they value the combination of periodontal expertise and personalized attention we provide. 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 Foggy Bottom.
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. Foggy Bottom patients benefit from our team's combined decades of specialized experience.
We encourage Foggy Bottom residents to take the next step toward improved oral health and confidence. Call our Washington DC office at (202) 296-3360 or use our online form to request your wilckodontics consultation. We look forward to welcoming you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilckodontics FAQ for Foggy Bottom 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 Foggy Bottom to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 3 minutes from Foggy Bottom, near landmarks such as George Washington University, Kennedy Center, and State Department.
Driving Directions: Head north on 23rd Street NW, then turn east on M Street NW. Our office is at 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500 — just blocks from the Foggy Bottom GWU Metro station.
Washington, DC: 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20037
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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 Washington, DC office. We look forward to welcoming you.