Periodontal Support & Healing
Guided Tissue Regeneration
Encourage gum and bone healing to help protect teeth affected by periodontal disease.
When gum disease damages the support around a tooth, deep pockets can form that are difficult to keep clean. Guided tissue regeneration helps your body rebuild healthier support by guiding proper healing in the affected area. At Androscoggin Valley Dental, treatment is planned carefully to support comfort, controlled healing, and long-term stability.
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Guided Tissue Regeneration at Androscoggin Valley Dental
Guided tissue regeneration is a periodontal procedure designed to support the regrowth of gum and bone in areas damaged by periodontal disease. By protecting the healing site, this approach aims to reduce pocket depth, improve tooth stability, and make daily home care more manageable.
Why Guided Tissue Regeneration May Be Recommended
Periodontal disease can destroy the tissues that anchor teeth in place. As pockets deepen, bacteria become harder to remove, increasing the risk of continued bone loss. Guided tissue regeneration may be recommended to help restore healthier support and improve long-term tooth retention.
- Support bone and gum healing Encourages regeneration where tissue support has been lost.
- Reduce periodontal pocket depth Creates shallower areas that are easier to keep clean.
- Improve tooth stability Reinforces support so teeth feel more secure during chewing.
- Slow continued breakdown Helps limit further damage when combined with consistent home care.
- Protect periodontal treatment results Supports healing after therapy to improve long-term outcomes.
How The Procedure Works
After a detailed evaluation, the affected area is carefully accessed and cleaned to remove bacteria and damaged tissue. A specialized barrier may be placed to protect the space, allowing supportive tissues to regenerate while preventing unwanted tissue from interfering with healing. In some cases, bone grafting may be combined when additional support is needed. Follow-up visits help monitor healing and progress.
Who May Be A Candidate?
Guided tissue regeneration may be appropriate for patients with localized bone loss, persistent periodontal pockets, or areas that have not responded fully to non-surgical treatment. Commitment to daily home care and periodontal maintenance is essential for long-term success.
Guided Tissue Regeneration FAQ
- What is guided tissue regeneration?
- It’s a periodontal procedure that helps rebuild gum and bone support by protecting the area as it heals, encouraging healthier tissue regrowth.
- Why is this needed instead of deep cleaning alone?
- Deep cleaning reduces bacteria and inflammation, but it can’t always restore lost bone or tissue. Guided tissue regeneration may be used when added healing support is needed.
- Does this procedure cure gum disease?
- It helps repair damage caused by gum disease, but ongoing home care and maintenance visits are necessary to control bacteria and protect results.
- Is guided tissue regeneration painful?
- Comfort-focused care is used during treatment. Mild soreness afterward is common and typically improves within a few days.
- How long does healing take?
- Initial healing usually occurs within a couple of weeks, while deeper bone and tissue regeneration continues over time.
- Will a bone graft be required?
- Sometimes. Bone grafting may be recommended when additional support is needed, based on exam findings and imaging.
- What should be avoided during recovery?
- Hard or crunchy foods near the area and aggressive cleaning should be avoided early in healing. Specific aftercare instructions are provided.
- Can results last long-term?
- Yes, especially when paired with excellent daily hygiene and regular periodontal maintenance visits.
- How do I know if I’m a candidate?
- An evaluation including pocket measurements and imaging helps determine whether guided tissue regeneration is appropriate.
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