Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration
in McLean
Guided Tissue Regeneration for McLean residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Periodontal Procedures
Guided Tissue Regeneration in McLean
For McLean residents seeking guided tissue regeneration, our board-certified periodontists provide exceptional results at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in 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.
We welcome patients from McLean and surrounding areas to our Reston office, conveniently located about 15 minutes away. 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 McLean.
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 McLean patients appreciate both our clinical skill and our genuinely caring approach.
Take the first step: contact Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry to schedule your guided tissue regeneration evaluation. Our Reston office, about 15 minutes from McLean, offers a welcoming environment where your questions are answered thoroughly and your comfort is a priority. Call (703) 689-4442 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ for McLean 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 McLean to Our Washington, DC Office
Our Washington, DC office is approximately 15 minutes from McLean, near landmarks such as CIA headquarters, Tysons Corner Center, and Great Falls Park.
Driving Directions: Take Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road) east across Chain Bridge into DC. Continue on Canal Road to M Street NW. Our DC office is at 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500.
Washington, DC: 2311 M Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20037
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Contact us with any questions or to schedule a guided tissue regeneration consultation at our Reston office. We look forward to welcoming you.