Restoring the Foundation for a Healthy Smile
When bacteria build up, they move into the spaces between the gums and teeth. This causes the gums to pull back and form deep pockets that collect more bacteria. If not treated, this can lead to periodontal disease, which damages the bone that supports your teeth.
Guided tissue regeneration helps remove the infection and encourages the gums and bone to heal. During the procedure, the dentist cleans the pockets and places a special membrane between the gum and bone to protect the area and support healing.
How This Process Works
The main purpose of guided tissue regeneration is to encourage the growth of new bone and soft tissue in areas where they have been lost, such as in gum disease or following tooth extraction.
A key part of this process is using a barrier membrane, which is placed between the gums and the bone. The membrane protects the space, allowing the bone and ligament to grow back naturally. This creates the right environment for the body to repair the damaged tissue in a controlled way.
Applications of Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR)
1. Periodontal Bone Regeneration: In cases of bone loss due to infection or trauma, guided tissue regeneration helps stimulate the growth of new bone in areas around teeth or implants.
2. Support for Dental Implants: It aids in rebuilding bone and tissue around implant sites, ensuring a stable foundation for dental implants and enhancing their success rate.
3. Treatment of Receding Gums: In combination with other surgical techniques, GTR helps regenerate gum tissue, addressing aesthetic concerns and protecting tooth roots.
4. Preservation of Natural Teeth: By regenerating lost tissues and bone, this process helps save natural teeth that would otherwise require extraction due to severe periodontal damage.
Benefits of Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR)
1. Restores Oral Health: Rebuilds lost bone and tissue to improve stability and function.
2. Prevents Tooth Loss: Strengthens the support around teeth, reducing the risk of further tooth loss.
3. Improves Implant Success: Enhances the success rate of dental implants by providing a strong base of bone and tissue.
We, at Dos Caminos Dental in Camarillo, CA are dedicated to providing you with a seamless and comfortable guided tissue regeneration treatment. Reach out or visit us today!