When gum disease or bone loss occurs, it doesn’t just affect your smile—it can compromise the stability of your teeth or even threaten the success of dental implants. While bone grafts and other treatments can restore lost structure, one advanced technique that offers promising results is guided tissue regeneration (GTR). At Precision Periodontal and Implant Center, we use this cutting-edge procedure to help patients regain the foundation their smiles depend on.
What Is Guided Tissue Regeneration?
Guided tissue regeneration is a surgical procedure that encourages your body to naturally rebuild lost bone and gum tissue. During the process, a specialized barrier membrane is placed between the gums and the bone defect. This barrier prevents the faster-growing gum tissue from invading the space where bone should regrow, giving the slower-healing bone cells the chance to regenerate properly.
The result? Improved bone density and stronger support for teeth or dental implants.
When Is GTR Recommended?
Your periodontist may recommend guided tissue regeneration if you’re experiencing:
- Advanced Periodontal Disease: Bone loss around natural teeth due to gum disease.
- Implant Complications: Loss of bone around a dental implant that needs to be stabilized.
- Tooth Preservation: Cases where bone loss threatens the long-term survival of natural teeth.
- Preparation for Implants: Patients with insufficient bone may benefit from GTR before implant placement.
By selectively guiding tissue growth, this procedure restores balance and provides long-term stability.
The Procedure Step by Step
At Precision Periodontal and Implant Center, guided tissue regeneration is performed with precision and care:
- Accessing the Site: The gums are gently lifted to expose the bone defect.
- Cleaning the Area: Diseased tissue and bacteria are removed to create a healthy environment.
- Placing the Membrane: A biocompatible barrier is positioned between the gum and bone.
- Encouraging Regrowth: The membrane allows bone and connective tissue to regenerate without interference.
- Healing: Over time, the body naturally rebuilds lost structure, and the membrane is resorbed or removed as needed.
Most patients experience manageable recovery, especially compared to more invasive reconstructive options.
Benefits of Guided Tissue Regeneration
This advanced technique offers several key advantages:
- Bone and Gum Regrowth: Restores lost support for teeth and implants.
- Improved Oral Function: Strengthens the foundation needed for chewing and speaking.
- Tooth Preservation: Helps save natural teeth that might otherwise be lost to gum disease.
- Implant Success: Creates the strong bone support implants need for long-term stability.
- Minimally Invasive: Targets only affected areas without unnecessary tissue removal.
With GTR, patients gain not only improved oral health but also a renewed sense of confidence in the longevity of their treatment.
Recovery and Aftercare
Healing times vary depending on the extent of bone loss, but most patients can return to normal routines within a few days. Good oral hygiene, avoiding smoking, and attending follow-up visits are essential for the success of the procedure. At Precision Periodontal and Implant Center, we provide detailed aftercare instructions and close monitoring to ensure optimal healing.
Why Trust Precision Periodontal and Implant Center With Your Care
Guided tissue regeneration requires advanced training and expertise. At Precision Periodontal and Implant Center, our team of periodontists has extensive experience with regenerative techniques designed to save natural teeth and protect implants. We pair this skill with state-of-the-art technology to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Rebuild Your Smile’s Foundation
If gum disease or bone loss is threatening your oral health, guided tissue regeneration may be the solution. Call Precision Periodontal and Implant Center today at 310-708-3938 to schedule a consultation and learn how this advanced treatment can restore strength and stability to your smile.