Guided Tissue RegenerationIn Livermore
Periodontal disease affects more than just your gums. It can actually cause bone resorption, creating a gap between your teeth and jaw that can eventually lead to tooth loss. Guided tissue regeneration can be used in tandem with bone grafting to ensure the proper tissue grows in the right place to provide support for your smile and eliminate the risk for tooth loss.
Why do I need Guided Tissue Regeneration?
Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) is one of the best ways to restore your jaw bone and your oral health if you have a severe case of gum disease. Left untreated, your condition could result in the loss of multiple teeth and other serious health problems. But with periodontal care and GTR, you can restore your gums, your jaw, and your teeth, and continue smiling proudly for decades to come.
The Benefits of Guided Tissue Regeneration
Rebuilds Your Jaw Bone
Jaw bone loss is a very common problem in patients with gum disease. It can lead to other oral health problems, changes to your appearance, and difficulties getting future treatments like dental implants. Guided tissue regeneration, along with bone grafts, is one of the best ways to protect and rebuild your jaw bone.
Preserves Your Teeth
Your jaw bone helps anchor your teeth in place. One of the main reasons that gum disease causes tooth loss is that it destroys your jaw bone. Over time, the teeth may loosen and fall out. Preserving your jaw bone also helps preserve your teeth.
Our Difference
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Certified by the American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Rondon and Dr. Sanz are proud board-certified Periodontists. They have undergone extensive education and training to receive this title and is dedicated to helping patients regain their oral health.
CBCT & Sedation
We use advanced CBCT imaging to evaluate bone and soft tissue loss around the teeth and plan precise regenerative care. For your comfort, sedation options are available to help you relax throughout treatment.
The Guided Tissue Regeneration Treatment Process
Numbing & Flap Surgery
To begin the process, your periodontist will clean and numb the treatment area. Then, they will make an incision to fold back your gums near the treatment site. This allows them to access the jaw bone and the tooth.
Bone Graft & Membrane Placement
Depending on your condition, a bone graft may be performed alongside your GTR procedure. Your periodontist will pack bone granules into the area, which encourages bone growth. Then, they will place a special membrane over the jaw bone. This prevents gum tissue from growing into the site, and allows the slower-growing bone tissue to heal and restore your jaw bone.
Healing & Recovery
After they place the membrane, your periodontist will fold your gums back and suture them into place. You’ll be sent home to heal. It will take a few weeks to heal initially, but it could take up to 6 months for your new bone tissue to finish growing.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
Not necessarily. If you don’t have severe bone loss, you may simply need a GTR membrane to be placed to allow your jaw bone to heal. But in many cases, bone loss is too severe to treat with GTR alone. That’s when your oral surgeon will recommend a bone graft.
Yes! If you’re a good candidate for GTR, either with or without a bone graft, it may be able to save your teeth. GTR helps rebuild your jaw bone. And with proper at-home oral care and regular periodontal cleanings, guided tissue regeneration will help stop the progression of gum disease and protect your teeth.
