Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration
in Great Falls
Guided Tissue Regeneration for Great Falls residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration in Great Falls
Residents of Great Falls, an upscale Fairfax County community offering a rural atmosphere, equestrian estates, and stunning views of the Potomac's Great Falls, now have convenient access to expert guided tissue regeneration care at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in nearby Reston. 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.
Located just 12 minutes from Great Falls, our Reston practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level guided tissue regeneration care close to home. 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 Great Falls.
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 Great Falls patients appreciate both our clinical skill and our genuinely caring approach.
We encourage Great Falls 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 guided tissue regeneration consultation. We look forward to welcoming you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ for Great Falls 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 Great Falls to Our Reston, VA Office
Our Reston, VA office is approximately 15 minutes from Great Falls, near landmarks such as Great Falls Park, Colvin Run Mill, and Georgetown Pike.
Driving Directions: Take Georgetown Pike (Route 193) east to the Dulles Toll Road. Head west briefly to Reston Parkway, then 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 guided tissue regeneration consultation at our Reston office. We look forward to welcoming you.